CarVerify

Free Car Check

F360 BKF

1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

141,810 mi
Last recorded141,810 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D88,247 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF360 BKF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 141,810 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

General underbody and component corrosion

Light stalk faulty when main beam selected but functions

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside floor corroded

Offside seat belt slow to retract

Offside step corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake imballanced

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear spring eye bushes deteriorated

underside heavily undersealed in places

Fail 24 Aug 2023 141,810 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

General underbody and component corrosion

Light stalk faulty when main beam selected but functions

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Blocked (3.5 (a))

Offside floor corroded

Offside seat belt slow to retract

Offside step corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake imballanced

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear spring eye bushes deteriorated

underside heavily undersealed in places

Pass 1 Feb 2020 141,102 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 137,409 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 133,315 miles

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 130,430 miles

Nearside Rear nail

hand brake requires attention

Pass 28 Jan 2016 126,421 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 122,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Jan 2015 122,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 118,425 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 114,131 miles

o/s/r brakes requires attention

Pass 26 Jan 2012 108,252 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 130,835 miles

o/s rear brakes needs attention

Pass 26 Jan 2010 100,204 miles

o/s/f tyre has slight cut to sidewall

slight play in steering

Pass 26 Jan 2009 95,665 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 91,228 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2007 86,500 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 81,004 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 208 D?

Based on 88,234 MOT tests across 10,853 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
4,818
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
10,853
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,461
Stop lamp not working 4,489
Registration plate lamp not working 4,151
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,037
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,843
Full Mercedes-benz 208 D reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F360 BKF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 88,247 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 208 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 7,461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F360 BKF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 208 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F360 BKF?

You can check the full history of F360 BKF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F360 BKF registered?

F360 BKF is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 27 July 1989.

Is F360 BKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F360 BKF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F360 BKF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F360 BKF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.