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S421 KRF

1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Green Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

242,006 mi
Last recorded242,006 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D156,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS421 KRF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 242,006 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 242,004 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2009 225,594 miles

oil leak

slight play steering rack

Fail 18 May 2009 225,589 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

oil leak

slight blow exhaust

slight play steering rack

Pass 7 Apr 2008 219,423 miles

battery loose

n/s/f indicator lense poor condition

o/s brake pipe flexi poor condition

oil leak

slight play o/s door lower hinge

slight play steering rack

Pass 28 Mar 2007 211,904 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 211,789 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

batt loose

n/s and o/s front flexis starting to crack

slight play rear anti roll bar bushs

Pass 22 Nov 2005 200,586 miles

exhaust slight blow

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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S421 KRF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Green with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 S421 KRF, 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 S421 KRF registered?

S421 KRF is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 27 November 1998.

Is S421 KRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S421 KRF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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