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M927 DBJ

1994 Mercedes 308

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

139,208 mi
Last recorded139,208 miles
Recorded on1 May 2010
Typical for 1994 Mercedes 308168,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM927 DBJ
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2010 139,208 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 138,984 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 137,183 miles

o/s n/s body condition

Pass 3 May 2007 134,531 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 131,547 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 131,547 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 308?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

62.3%
Pass Rate
2,189
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 95
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
Brake pipe excessively corroded 68
fog lamp not working 53
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M927 DBJ is a 1994 Mercedes 308 in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 168,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M927 DBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 32 years old, this Mercedes 308 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M927 DBJ registered?

M927 DBJ is a 1994 Mercedes 308, first registered on 22 September 1994.

Is M927 DBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M927 DBJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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