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J236 FMB

1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

253,131 mi
Last recorded253,131 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2005
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D182,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ236 FMB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2005 253,131 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

general corrosion to vehicle body / and uder side / o/s bulk head /

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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J236 FMB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J236 FMB, 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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What year was J236 FMB registered?

J236 FMB is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 10 February 1992.

Is J236 FMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J236 FMB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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