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N115 BVM

1996 Mercedes 308

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

225,478 mi
Last recorded225,478 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN115 BVM
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2006 225,478 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

travel on hand brake

Pass 30 Sep 2005 220,918 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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N115 BVM is a 1996 Mercedes 308 in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N115 BVM, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes 308 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N115 BVM registered?

N115 BVM is a 1996 Mercedes 308, first registered on 18 March 1996.

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