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L726 ACU

1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

215,455 mi
Last recorded215,455 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D173,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL726 ACU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 215,455 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arches n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 May 2023 215,445 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended fitted in wrong location (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arches n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 214,925 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front inner arches corroded n/s and o/s

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear leaf spring bushes deteriorated

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all sock absorber bushes deteriorated

Fail 24 Nov 2021 214,924 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded too and from load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step / out rigger (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner arches corroded

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both top and bottoms (5.3.2 (c))

Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush all perishing / worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear cross member corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 212,249 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 212,212 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 212,159 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 21,210 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 212,081 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded most (3.6.B.2c)

both lower footwells corroded

general underbody surface corrosion to chassis and components

Pass 12 May 2015 212,043 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 212,004 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

rear brake balance valve linkage worn and stiff

Pass 24 Apr 2014 211,957 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2014 211,919 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 211,845 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 211,807 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 211,138 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 210,572 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 210,533 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 210,482 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 206,608 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 206,584 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 6 May 2008 203,960 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 197,819 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2005 192,828 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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L726 ACU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 173,746 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 L726 ACU, 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 32 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 L726 ACU registered?

L726 ACU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 17 January 1994.

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