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G715 CEM

1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,229 mi
Last recorded196,229 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2008
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D137,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG715 CEM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Jan 2008 196,229 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Rear panel corroded but being a separate body from chassis does not come within the mot criteria.

Pass 15 Jan 2008 196,229 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear panel corroded but being a separate body from chassis does not come within the mot criteria.

Pass 14 Mar 2006 190,713 miles

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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G715 CEM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White 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 G715 CEM, 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 G715 CEM registered?

G715 CEM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G715 CEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G715 CEM 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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