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YAO 331Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

405,669 mi
Last recorded405,669 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2005
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAO 331Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2005 405,669 miles

boarder line corrosion on rear flexable brake pipe upper and lower swages

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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YAO 331Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YAO 331Y, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YAO 331Y registered?

YAO 331Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 4 July 1983.

Is YAO 331Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAO 331Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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