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TIL 9713

1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

167,062 mi
Last recorded167,062 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D190,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIL 9713
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2006 167,062 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2005 160,583 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 160,576 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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TIL 9713 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 190,033 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-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TIL 9713, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TIL 9713 registered?

TIL 9713 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 9 July 1990.

Is TIL 9713 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIL 9713 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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