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K401 EAV

1993 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Grey Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

125,705 mi
Last recorded125,705 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2008
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 308 D175,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK401 EAV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2008 125,705 miles

bulkhead becoming weak

Pass 22 Jan 2007 120,605 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 120,547 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

both sides rear wheel mud gaurds insecure

Pass 4 Jan 2006 115,520 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 115,520 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear brake back plate has film of oil on indicating possible hub oil seal/wheel cylinder leakage

offside rear mud guard becoming insecure could do with welding and strenthening

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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K401 EAV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Grey with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 175,815 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 K401 EAV, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K401 EAV?

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What year was K401 EAV registered?

K401 EAV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 4 March 1993.

Is K401 EAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K401 EAV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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