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G421 PFL

1990 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Blue Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

209,187 mi
Last recorded209,187 miles
Recorded on27 May 2010
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 308 D165,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG421 PFL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2010 209,187 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 25 May 2010 209,187 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 May 2009 206,918 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

oil leak

slight lift o/s/f kingpin

slight play both front wheel bearings

slight play steering box

various corrosion topside and underneth various holes not in criteria but could do with att asap

windscreen zone b other damage not in criteria

Pass 14 May 2008 204,521 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

topside and undernerth has slight corrosion

windscreen has damage zone b

Pass 29 May 2007 201,378 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 199,755 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 199,754 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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G421 PFL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Blue with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 165,646 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 G421 PFL, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G421 PFL registered?

G421 PFL is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 6 April 1990.

Is G421 PFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G421 PFL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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