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G984 VJM

1989 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,064 mi
Last recorded109,064 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes 208D77,906 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG984 VJM
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 109,064 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust split {central}

underbody corrosion

Fail 24 Apr 2026 109,059 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust split {central}

underbody corrosion

Pass 1 May 2025 108,546 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 May 2025 108,546 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 107,784 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 106,718 miles

light corrosion full underside

Pass 16 Nov 2013 106,635 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 105,762 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 99,066 miles

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

all general corrosion in and outside 30cm radius of components

both track rod end dust covers split

slight gearbox oil leak

Fail 25 Oct 2011 99,054 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

all general corrosion in and outside 30cm radius of components

both track rod end dust covers split

slight gearbox oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2010 91,858 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 86,134 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 86,134 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 79,824 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 73,535 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 67,250 miles

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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G984 VJM is a 1989 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G984 VJM, 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 G984 VJM registered?

G984 VJM is a 1989 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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