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MXI 3888

1988 Mercedes 814

Blue Diesel 3972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

348,277 mi
Last recorded348,277 miles
Recorded on27 May 2011
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 814333,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMXI 3888
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,972cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2011 348,277 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 342,545 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 335,664 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 May 2008 355,591 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 330,738 miles

spare wheel bracket loose

Fail 7 Feb 2007 330,913 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
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MXI 3888 is a 1988 Mercedes 814 in Blue with a 3,972cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 333,288 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 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MXI 3888, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 38 years old, this Mercedes 814 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MXI 3888 registered?

MXI 3888 is a 1988 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 May 1988.

Is MXI 3888 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MXI 3888 shows 6 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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