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J74 HBP

1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,005 mi
Last recorded111,005 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2006
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D110,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ74 HBP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2006 111,005 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

small holes in offside rear light lens

Fail 2 Oct 2006 110,926 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

small holes in offside rear light lens

Pass 4 Oct 2005 92,224 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

handbrake travel

nearside & offside rear inner arches corroded

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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J74 HBP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 110,446 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 J74 HBP, 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 35 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 J74 HBP registered?

J74 HBP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 17 October 1991.

Is J74 HBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J74 HBP 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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