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TJM 171Y

1983 Mercedes 308

Blue Petrol 2307cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,361 mi
Last recorded94,361 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJM 171Y
MakeMercedes
Model308
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,307cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Dec 2008 94,361 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 94,265 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 94,173 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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TJM 171Y is a 1983 Mercedes 308 in Blue with a 2,307cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 TJM 171Y, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes 308 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TJM 171Y registered?

TJM 171Y is a 1983 Mercedes 308, first registered on 3 February 1983.

Is TJM 171Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJM 171Y shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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