1998 Mercedes-Benz 308 D 2.3L Diesel · R51 WUY
1998 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (2.3L, diesel). First registered 24 Apr 1998. Recorded mileage 240,254 miles. MOT valid until 09 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 308 D
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 240,254 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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R51 WUY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2026
- 240,254 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (30 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R51 WUY 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (R51 WUY) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (30 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 54 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: “Central Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ”; “Offside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mou”; “Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mo”.
R51 WUY Mileage History
- 06/04/2024230,215 mi
- 11/04/2024230,225 mi+10 mi
- 11/04/2025236,033 mi+5,808 mi
- 10/04/2026240,249 mi+4,216 mi
- 11/04/2026240,254 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 4,988 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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