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J738 PDE

1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

97,134 mi
Last recorded97,134 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D194,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ738 PDE
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 97,134 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 97,134 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 97,123 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 97,116 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 97,113 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 97,078 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 97,078 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 96,965 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 95,907 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 93,756 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 207,550 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 508 D?

Based on 2,678 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

64.6%
Pass Rate
2,904
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 188
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 133
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 97
fog lamp not working 88
position lamp(s) not working 84
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J738 PDE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 194,584 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 508 D fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J738 PDE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 508 D typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J738 PDE registered?

J738 PDE is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J738 PDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J738 PDE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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