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J386 MLK

1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

236,692 mi
Last recorded236,692 miles
Recorded on1 May 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D194,584 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ386 MLK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 May 2009 236,692 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2b)

all spring eye bushes deteriorated

chips in windscreen

n/s passenger second door step and side and box section corroded

n/s/r wheel arch corroded

o/s/r body panel corroded

steering pipes rusted

Pass 13 May 2008 229,865 miles

Oil leak

corrosion on body side panels and framework

corrosion on rear wheel arches and doors

cracks in front and rear spring bushes

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 10 May 2007 222,946 miles

chips in windscreen

o/s rear body corroded

unable to open rear door from inside vehicle

Pass 20 Apr 2006 215,326 miles

both wiper blades split

near side centre panel rotted

oil leak

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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J386 MLK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 194,584 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 J386 MLK, 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 34 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 J386 MLK registered?

J386 MLK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 7 January 1992.

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