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G728 KWR

1989 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

311,466 mi
Last recorded311,466 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2005
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 408 D183,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG728 KWR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2005 311,466 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 311,466 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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G728 KWR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 183,660 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 G728 KWR, 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 37 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 G728 KWR registered?

G728 KWR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is G728 KWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G728 KWR 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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