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T494 KWA

1999 Mercedes 308

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

136,551 mi
Last recorded136,551 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT494 KWA
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2012 136,551 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Jun 2012 136,551 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

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

Oil leak

How Reliable is the Mercedes 308?

Based on 987 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

62.3%
Pass Rate
2,189
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 95
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 91
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
Brake pipe excessively corroded 68
fog lamp not working 53
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T494 KWA is a 1999 Mercedes 308 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T494 KWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 308 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes 308 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T494 KWA registered?

T494 KWA is a 1999 Mercedes 308, first registered on 9 June 1999.

Is T494 KWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T494 KWA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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