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G783 PTV

1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

117,323 mi
Last recorded117,323 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D97,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG783 PTV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 117,323 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears coated (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front step starting to corrode

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 115,196 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes close to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 113,403 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both nearside and offside rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 111,976 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 111,269 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front chassis corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 111,189 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front chassis corroded

Rear lower shock bushes perished

Pass 23 Jan 2019 110,926 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 110,521 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear brakes require early attention

Pass 23 Jan 2017 108,421 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 107,060 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 104,283 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 101,644 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 98,833 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 98,833 miles

Offside Rear Air suspension unit fouled by moving parts likely to cause damage (2.4.D.1c)

Pass 1 Feb 2012 96,242 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2012 96,193 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 94,020 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 92,033 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 90,375 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 88,892 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 85,352 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 85,150 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

rear brakes require early attention

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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G783 PTV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G783 PTV, 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 G783 PTV registered?

G783 PTV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 23 January 1990.

Is G783 PTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G783 PTV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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