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H596 GDV

1991 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

230,623 mi
Last recorded230,623 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 208 D88,387 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH596 GDV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 230,623 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s/r low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Oct 2025 230,623 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. o/s/r low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 226,097 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 219,846 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 219,846 miles

Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt connecting arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 218,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 215,303 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 212,725 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2020 212,701 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 210,466 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 205,976 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 201,218 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 192,744 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 189,247 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 189,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 187,867 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 189,018 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 173,471 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 171,637 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 165,113 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 160,604 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 May 2008 152,889 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyre have cracks on the side walls ... but no cords showing

Pass 11 May 2007 148,314 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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H596 GDV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 88,387 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 H596 GDV, 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 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H596 GDV registered?

H596 GDV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 17 April 1991.

Is H596 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H596 GDV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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