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H743 HLK

1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,775 mi
Last recorded156,775 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2008
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D107,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH743 HLK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2008 156,775 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Feb 2008 156,775 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 155,395 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 153,540 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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H743 HLK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 107,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H743 HLK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H743 HLK registered?

H743 HLK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 8 April 1991.

Is H743 HLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H743 HLK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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