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G168 TAU

1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,282 mi
Last recorded83,282 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D97,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG168 TAU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 83,282 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis, inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2020 82,627 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 81,442 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

o/s and n/s front rubber on drag link end starting to perish

Pass 17 Aug 2017 79,622 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules All hoses (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner step (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner step (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Bulkhead (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 78,168 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 78,033 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 78,001 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 77,967 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n s f inner wing corroded not close to testable itom

Pass 26 May 2011 77,183 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 76,457 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 74,537 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 70,310 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 69,734 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 63,895 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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G168 TAU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 G168 TAU, 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.

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What year was G168 TAU registered?

G168 TAU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 1 June 1990.

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