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JBJ 678V

1979 Mercedes-benz 408 D

Gold Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Tests2 (0 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

222,038 mi
Last recorded222,038 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBJ 678V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

0 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jul 2005 222,038 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2005 222,038 miles

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.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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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.

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