MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
208,584 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
brake pipes rusty
rear shackle bushes worn
under body corrosion
wear king pins
brake servo damp
lift in both front king pins
o/s/f tyre cracking
rear spring shackle bushes worn
Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
underside of vehicle rusting gennerally
lift king pins
rear brake pipes corroding
shackle bushes perrishing
tyres perrishing
rear brake pipe corroding
shackle bushes perishing
How Reliable is the Mercedes 308?
Based on 987 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OAZ 9355 is a 1981 Mercedes 308 in White with a 3,782cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1981 Mercedes 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 49,484 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 OAZ 9355, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of OAZ 9355?
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What year was OAZ 9355 registered?
OAZ 9355 is a 1981 Mercedes 308, first registered on 3 April 1981.
Is OAZ 9355 safe to buy?
The MOT history for OAZ 9355 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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