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K299 OKF

1993 Mercedes 308

White Diesel 2870cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

58,720 mi
Last recorded58,720 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Mercedes 308175,269 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK299 OKF
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,870cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 58,720 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 58,324 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 57,159 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 56,591 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 56,167 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 56,109 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 56,088 miles

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Offside wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 23 Jan 2016 56,080 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 56,051 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 56,036 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rattle from engine area

Fail 20 Jul 2013 56,036 miles

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rattle from engine area

Pass 27 Jul 2012 55,631 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 55,290 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 54,804 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 54,124 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 30 May 2009 54,119 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 53,811 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 52,908 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 52,908 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 51,277 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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K299 OKF is a 1993 Mercedes 308 in White with a 2,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 175,269 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 K299 OKF, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes 308 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K299 OKF registered?

K299 OKF is a 1993 Mercedes 308, first registered on 2 April 1993.

Is K299 OKF safe to buy?

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