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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
Offside Front Lower Seat belt attachment fitting fractured (5.2.3)
Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
electrical wiring damaged/contaminated
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Inner Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
Offside Front Lower Seat belt adjustment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)
electrical wiring damaged/contaminated
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?
Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JBJ 678V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 408 D in Gold with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.
The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBJ 678V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was JBJ 678V registered?
JBJ 678V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 22 October 1979.
Is JBJ 678V safe to buy?
The MOT history for JBJ 678V shows 2 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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