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R108 AET

1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,371 mi
Last recorded147,371 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D156,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 AET
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2011 147,371 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 125,381 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 125,381 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jun 2009
Pass 30 May 2008 118,775 miles

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

Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

offside rear tyre cracked and worn

Pass 31 May 2007 115,416 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 30 May 2007 115,416 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 308 D?

Based on 98,454 MOT tests across 12,937 vehicles.

61.3%
Pass Rate
4,756
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
12,937
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 12,708
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,814
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5,530
Stop lamp not working 4,929
Registration plate lamp not working 4,900
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R108 AET is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 156,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 308 D fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 12,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R108 AET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 308 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R108 AET registered?

R108 AET is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is R108 AET safe to buy?

The MOT history for R108 AET shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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