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G796 HTH

1989 Mercedes 308

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

310,242 mi
Last recorded310,242 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes 308167,677 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG796 HTH
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2007 310,242 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 310,242 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 306,702 miles

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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G796 HTH is a 1989 Mercedes 308 in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 54.5% with a typical mileage of 167,677 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 G796 HTH, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G796 HTH registered?

G796 HTH is a 1989 Mercedes 308, first registered on 11 August 1989.

Is G796 HTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G796 HTH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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