1996 Mercedes-Benz 308 D 2.3L Diesel · E15 OFT
1996 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (2.3L, diesel). First registered 15 Feb 1996. Recorded mileage 138,432 miles. MOT valid until 04 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 308 D
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 138,432 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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E15 OFT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
- 138,432 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E15 OFT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (E15 OFT) between June 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Steering column universal joint likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
E15 OFT Mileage History
- 06/06/2023126,355 mi
- 31/05/2024131,418 mi+5,063 mi
- 03/06/2024131,440 mi+22 mi
- 05/06/2025136,613 mi+5,173 mi
- 21/05/2026138,432 mi+1,819 mi
Average of roughly 4,084 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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