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H462 PWJ

1990 Mercedes 308

Blue Diesel 2229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

118,343 mi
Last recorded118,343 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes 308161,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH462 PWJ
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,229cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2006 118,343 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 118,343 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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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H462 PWJ is a 1990 Mercedes 308 in Blue with a 2,229cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 161,926 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 308 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H462 PWJ, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H462 PWJ registered?

H462 PWJ is a 1990 Mercedes 308, first registered on 1 September 1990.

Is H462 PWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H462 PWJ 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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