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G499 UNC

1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

303,614 mi
Last recorded303,614 miles
Recorded on13 May 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D190,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG499 UNC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2006 303,614 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 303,613 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 301,257 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2006 301,251 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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G499 UNC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 190,033 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G499 UNC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G499 UNC registered?

G499 UNC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 8 March 1990.

Is G499 UNC safe to buy?

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