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G508 WJF

1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Red Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

270,830 mi
Last recorded270,830 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2006
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D137,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG508 WJF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2006 270,830 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 254,547 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 254,172 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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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G508 WJF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Red with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G508 WJF, 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 G508 WJF registered?

G508 WJF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 4 December 1989.

Is G508 WJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G508 WJF shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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