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J648 OPF

1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Red Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,867 mi
Last recorded147,867 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2006
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D165,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ648 OPF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2006 147,867 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 147,867 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2005 143,917 miles

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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J648 OPF is a 1991 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 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.1% with a typical mileage of 165,598 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 J648 OPF, 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 35 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 J648 OPF registered?

J648 OPF is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 2 December 1991.

Is J648 OPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J648 OPF 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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