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H648 XCX

1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Green Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,376 mi
Last recorded155,376 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2006
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D165,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH648 XCX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2006 155,376 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 9 Sep 2006 155,376 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear tyres perishing

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2005 153,692 miles

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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H648 XCX is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Green with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.1% with a typical mileage of 165,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H648 XCX, 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 35 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 H648 XCX registered?

H648 XCX is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 28 March 1991.

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The MOT history for H648 XCX 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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