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FH08 TVP

2008 Mercedes-benz 380

Blue Diesel 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

236,483 mi
Last recorded236,483 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 TVP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model380
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 236,483 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 231,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 222,151 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 211,868 miles

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2017 211,706 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Nov 2016 175,792 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 175,792 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 144,403 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 115,844 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 84,494 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 51,015 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 40,036 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 25,559 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 380?

Based on 13,516 MOT tests across 1,542 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
484
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
1,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 976
brake binding 458
Headlamp aim too low 396
Brake pipe excessively corroded 367
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 330
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FH08 TVP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 380 in Blue with a 3,839cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 380 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH08 TVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 380 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 380 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH08 TVP registered?

FH08 TVP is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 380, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is FH08 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 TVP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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