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L968 WPV

1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Blue Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

284,254 mi
Last recorded284,254 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2008
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D217,912 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL968 WPV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2008 284,254 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 284,254 miles

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2007 279,639 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 276,304 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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L968 WPV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Blue with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L968 WPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L968 WPV?

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What year was L968 WPV registered?

L968 WPV is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 3 November 1993.

Is L968 WPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L968 WPV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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