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MOV 27X

1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D

Green Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

165,977 mi
Last recorded165,977 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2009
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D236,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOV 27X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model508 D
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2009 165,977 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 165,977 miles

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2008 163,241 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 162,992 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake clevis joint excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 156,196 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 156,043 miles

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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MOV 27X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D in Green with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.6% with a typical mileage of 236,916 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 MOV 27X, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz 508 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MOV 27X registered?

MOV 27X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 508 D, first registered on 5 April 1982.

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