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M423 TET

1994 Mercedes 308

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

168,874 mi
Last recorded168,874 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2008
Typical for 1994 Mercedes 308168,740 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM423 TET
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2008 168,874 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 168,874 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 164,392 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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M423 TET is a 1994 Mercedes 308 in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes 308 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 168,740 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 M423 TET, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes 308 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M423 TET registered?

M423 TET is a 1994 Mercedes 308, first registered on 5 October 1994.

Is M423 TET safe to buy?

The MOT history for M423 TET 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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