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S679 KOV

1999 Mercedes-benz 308 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,324 mi
Last recorded196,324 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2008
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 308 D153,694 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS679 KOV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2008 196,324 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 187,320 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2008 187,260 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jan 2007 162,992 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 162,992 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 140,865 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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S679 KOV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 308 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 153,694 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 S679 KOV, 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 27 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 S679 KOV registered?

S679 KOV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S679 KOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S679 KOV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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