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LV08 YEE

2008 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Silver Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,853 mi
Last recorded40,853 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 YEE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 40,853 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 40,849 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 40,837 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 40,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 40,826 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 40,823 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 40,820 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 40,648 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 40,058 miles

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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LV08 YEE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Silver with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LV08 YEE, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV08 YEE registered?

LV08 YEE is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is LV08 YEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 YEE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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