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G618 BHN

1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

97,715 mi
Last recorded97,715 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D146,975 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG618 BHN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2007 97,715 miles

both outer sils showing signs of corrosion

front wiper blades starting to smear screen

Fail 21 Jul 2007 97,714 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

both front wipers starting to smear screen

both outer front door steps showing signs of corrosion, not within perscribed area.

evidence of a fuel leak at some time although not leaking now.

offside rear tyre showing signs of cracking although not showing cords.

Fail 14 Jul 2006 96,695 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 96,695 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2006 96,690 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

near side front door step holed and excessivly corroded

near side rear tyre outer sidewall cracking

off side front disc backing plate missing

off side rear floor excessivly corroded

off side rear tyre cracking sidewalls and tread †and worn5mm-3mm-4mm

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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G618 BHN is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 G618 BHN, 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 G618 BHN registered?

G618 BHN is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 26 September 1989.

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