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J150 MLT

1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Red Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,174 mi
Last recorded137,174 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2007
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D182,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ150 MLT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2007 137,174 miles

o/s/r hub oil seal leaking

Pass 26 Jun 2006 131,205 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 131,205 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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J150 MLT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Red with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.4% with a typical mileage of 182,794 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 J150 MLT, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of J150 MLT?

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What year was J150 MLT registered?

J150 MLT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J150 MLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J150 MLT 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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