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F579 EWN

1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

335,241 mi
Last recorded335,241 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2005
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D137,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF579 EWN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2005 335,241 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 508 D?

Based on 2,678 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
2,904
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 188
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 97
fog lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 84
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F579 EWN is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 52.3% with a typical mileage of 137,414 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 508 D fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F579 EWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 508 D typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F579 EWN registered?

F579 EWN is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 24 June 1989.

Is F579 EWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F579 EWN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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