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G381 HCC

1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,777 mi
Last recorded65,777 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D97,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG381 HCC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 65,777 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 65,357 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 65,140 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 64,876 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 64,645 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 64,199 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 64,115 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 63,514 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 62,400 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 61,775 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 61,011 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 60,387 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 58,457 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 55,132 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 52,514 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 51,124 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 48,297 miles

minor oil leaks

Pass 8 Apr 2009 48,012 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 45,554 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 42,205 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 40,702 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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G381 HCC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G381 HCC, 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 G381 HCC registered?

G381 HCC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G381 HCC safe to buy?

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