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G52 EOX

1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

292,622 mi
Last recorded292,622 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2006
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D146,975 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG52 EOX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2006 292,622 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 292,622 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

BODY PANELS BADLY CORRODED /WINGS AND WHEEL ARCHES BADLY CORRODED NOTE NEEDS ATTENTION

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

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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G52 EOX is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G52 EOX, 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 G52 EOX registered?

G52 EOX is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G52 EOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G52 EOX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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