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L169 MCH

1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

387,671 mi
Last recorded387,671 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2013
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D217,912 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL169 MCH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2013 387,671 miles

Vehicle underside and components corroding

Pass 25 Sep 2012 387,037 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 386,556 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 386,119 miles

Condition of rear brake hose and ferrules corroded.

Slight corrosion to front brake pipes.

Pass 4 Sep 2009 385,161 miles

Corrosion to rear brake hose ferrules.

Pass 22 Sep 2008 384,045 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 382,556 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 378,701 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 378,701 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 357,189 miles

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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L169 MCH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 L169 MCH, 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 L169 MCH registered?

L169 MCH is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 27 September 1993.

Is L169 MCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L169 MCH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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