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G101 XDG

1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

259,879 mi
Last recorded259,879 miles
Recorded on20 May 2010
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D146,975 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG101 XDG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 May 2010 259,879 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 254,190 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 253,090 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 252,321 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 251,010 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

gearlever on the side of the gearbox loose

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 308 D?

Based on 98,454 MOT tests across 12,937 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
4,756
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
12,937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,708
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,814
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5,530
Stop lamp not working 4,929
Registration plate lamp not working 4,900
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G101 XDG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 146,975 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 308 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G101 XDG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 308 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G101 XDG registered?

G101 XDG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G101 XDG safe to buy?

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