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SXI 2555

1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2016
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

221,990 mi
Last recorded221,990 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D190,033 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSXI 2555
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2016 221,990 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Fail 5 Jul 2016 221,928 miles

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

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

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 10 Apr 2015 219,379 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 219,338 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 217,624 miles

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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SXI 2555 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 190,033 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 SXI 2555, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SXI 2555 registered?

SXI 2555 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 7 June 1990.

Is SXI 2555 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SXI 2555 shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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