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F642 MNL

1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Blue Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,303 mi
Last recorded116,303 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2020
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D88,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF642 MNL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2020 116,303 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2020 116,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam fit bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 112,108 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger slight corssosion (6.1.1 (a) (i))

engine oil leak slight

rear seats camper

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
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F642 MNL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Blue with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F642 MNL, 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.

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What year was F642 MNL registered?

F642 MNL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 10 March 1989.

Is F642 MNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F642 MNL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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