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G659 WHV

1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

131,602 mi
Last recorded131,602 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2008
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D97,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG659 WHV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 21 Nov 2008 131,602 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 125,612 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 115,899 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 104,039 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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G659 WHV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 G659 WHV, 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 G659 WHV registered?

G659 WHV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 12 July 1990.

Is G659 WHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G659 WHV shows 4 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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