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G110 ELB

1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

104,817 mi
Last recorded104,817 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D97,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG110 ELB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 104,817 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 104,811 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 104,416 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 104,410 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 104,408 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 102,059 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 99,657 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 97,199 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 94,728 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 93,401 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 90,962 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 88,263 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 86,850 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 84,127 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 81,741 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 79,435 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 77,233 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 75,009 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 72,622 miles

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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G110 ELB is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 97,283 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 G110 ELB, 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 36 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 G110 ELB?

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What year was G110 ELB registered?

G110 ELB is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G110 ELB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G110 ELB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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