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M506 UVW

1994 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

202,213 mi
Last recorded202,213 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM506 UVW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2005 202,213 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2005 202,211 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bonnet insecure

nearside rear outer tyre tread cut and poor condition

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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M506 UVW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M506 UVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M506 UVW registered?

M506 UVW is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 8 November 1994.

Is M506 UVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M506 UVW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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