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TMS 298X

1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

183,604 mi
Last recorded183,604 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D236,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMS 298X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2012 183,604 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine has slight oil leak

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

Nearside & offside front brake pipes slighty corroded

Nearside & offside rear brake pipes slighty corroded

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 183,604 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine has slight oil leak

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

Nearside & offside front brake pipes slighty corroded

Nearside & offside rear brake pipes slighty corroded

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 9 Nov 2007 179,597 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 179,597 miles

Front Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 508 D?

Based on 2,678 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
2,904
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 188
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 97
fog lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 84
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TMS 298X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 236,916 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 508 D fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TMS 298X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 508 D typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TMS 298X registered?

TMS 298X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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