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K893 SDV

1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

233,154 mi
Last recorded233,154 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2007
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D217,912 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK893 SDV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2007 233,154 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 218,288 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 218,181 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.D.1b)

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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K893 SDV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 217,912 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K893 SDV, 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 33 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 K893 SDV registered?

K893 SDV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 16 March 1993.

Is K893 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K893 SDV 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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