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N838 FWP

1996 Mercedes 308

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

210,169 mi
Last recorded210,169 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN838 FWP
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2006 210,169 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 201,690 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 201,660 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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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N838 FWP is a 1996 Mercedes 308 in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N838 FWP, 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 N838 FWP registered?

N838 FWP is a 1996 Mercedes 308, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N838 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N838 FWP 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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