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RIL 8251

1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

191,963 mi
Last recorded191,963 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2008
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D107,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIL 8251
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2008 191,963 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front & rear brake readings just inside limits

Fail 13 Mar 2008 191,960 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear inner tyre flat

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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RIL 8251 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 107,598 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RIL 8251, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RIL 8251 registered?

RIL 8251 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 29 August 1991.

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