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MXI 809

1988 Mercedes 814

White Diesel 5958cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

407,498 mi
Last recorded407,498 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 814333,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXI 809
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,958cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 407,498 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Washers partially blocked

Pass 24 Jul 2024 407,498 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 407,497 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 407,497 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 407,497 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 407,497 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 407,497 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle not considered excessive at time of test.

Luggage compartment frame corroded.

Fail 18 Jun 2018 407,497 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle not considered excessive at time of test.

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Luggage compartment frame corroded.

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 407,497 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 407,505 miles

Nearside n/s king pin has excessive upper play

Offside Front o/s front wheel bearing has excessive play

Fail 6 May 2016 407,497 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside n/s king pin has excessive upper play

Offside Front o/s front wheel bearing has excessive play

Pass 7 May 2015 407,496 miles

Oil leak

corrosion on both steps but not within prescribed areas

Pass 5 Apr 2014 405,037 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
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MXI 809 is a 1988 Mercedes 814 in White with a 5,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 333,288 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MXI 809, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes 814 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MXI 809 registered?

MXI 809 is a 1988 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is MXI 809 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXI 809 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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