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H488 YNU

1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 78cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,047 mi
Last recorded8,047 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D110,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH488 YNU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine78cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 8,047 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 8,047 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

STEERING PIPES LEAKING SLIGHTLY OIL LEAKS ON ENGINE

Pass 27 Nov 2009 7,229 miles

NS REAR INNER TYRE WORN ON EDGES

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 7,229 miles

NS REAR INNER TYRE WORN ON EDGES

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 5,476 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 5,263 miles

SLIGHT PLAY OS FRONT TRACK ROD END

Fail 21 Dec 2007 5,263 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

SLIGHT PLAY OS FRONT TRACK ROD END

Pass 25 Jan 2007 4,875 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 4,179 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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H488 YNU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 78cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 110,446 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 H488 YNU, 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 35 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 H488 YNU registered?

H488 YNU is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 9 May 1991.

Is H488 YNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H488 YNU shows 9 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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