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J493 MCX

1992 Mercedes 308

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

251,574 mi
Last recorded251,574 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2007
Typical for 1992 Mercedes 308188,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ493 MCX
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Oct 2007 251,574 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

damage to screen

rear floor and both rear inner arches

Pass 23 Oct 2006 245,756 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 245,756 miles

Offside Front Seat belt affected by a damaged seat frame (5.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 308?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

62.3%
Pass Rate
2,189
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 95
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
Brake pipe excessively corroded 68
fog lamp not working 53
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J493 MCX is a 1992 Mercedes 308 in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 52.4% with a typical mileage of 188,617 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J493 MCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes 308 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J493 MCX registered?

J493 MCX is a 1992 Mercedes 308, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J493 MCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J493 MCX shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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