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M994 GDF

1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,490 mi
Last recorded56,490 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D173,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM994 GDF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 56,490 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 56,467 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 44,479 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 41,341 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 41,327 miles

Nearside Rear park brake slow to apply in comparison with offside

Offside drag link, rear joint and track rod end have slight play

Fail 21 Apr 2015 41,212 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 41,212 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 30,858 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2013 22,657 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 22,657 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 7,321 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 690 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 506 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 34 miles

EXHAUST DOWNPIPE METAL MOUNTING INSECURE

O/S/R INNER TYRE UNDER INFLATED

Pass 7 Sep 2007 58,449 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 58,449 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 57,562 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 57,562 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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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M994 GDF is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M994 GDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M994 GDF registered?

M994 GDF is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 1 December 1994.

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The MOT history for M994 GDF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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