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C497 BYV

1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D

Blue Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,342 mi
Last recorded135,342 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2005
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D191,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC497 BYV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model308 D
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 6 Dec 2005 135,342 miles

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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C497 BYV is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D in Blue with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 191,506 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 C497 BYV, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 308 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C497 BYV registered?

C497 BYV is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 308 D, first registered on 5 September 1985.

Is C497 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C497 BYV 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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