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G49 LAT

1989 Mercedes 208D

Red Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,560 mi
Last recorded139,560 miles
Recorded on25 May 2006
Typical for 1989 Mercedes 208D77,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG49 LAT
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 May 2006 139,560 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2005 125,830 miles

corrosion starting to show under front wheel arches outside pescribed areas

How Reliable is the Mercedes 208D?

Based on 1,117 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
1,591
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
fog lamp not working 54
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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G49 LAT is a 1989 Mercedes 208D in Red with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 77,906 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 208D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G49 LAT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was G49 LAT registered?

G49 LAT is a 1989 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G49 LAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G49 LAT shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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