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PL52 WHM

2003 Mercedes-benz 408 D

Silver Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

159,532 mi
Last recorded159,532 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL52 WHM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 159,532 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 159,529 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Weathered (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 151,219 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2021 151,219 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 146,082 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 143,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 140,596 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 137,934 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 135,209 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 129,945 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 129,945 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 125,670 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 120,874 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 116,404 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 111,768 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 108,809 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 105,361 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 101,704 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 75,040 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 52,437 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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PL52 WHM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 408 D in Silver with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL52 WHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PL52 WHM is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 7 January 2003.

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