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HV08 EAK

2008 Mercedes-benz 200

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,415 mi
Last recorded68,415 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz 20080,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 EAK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model200
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2024 68,415 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 68,410 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 50,819 miles

under body corrosion

under trays fitted

Fail 25 Jan 2023 50,819 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt forward facing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

under body corrosion

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2021 39,040 miles

advise under trays fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2020 36,653 miles

Rear pads starting to wear thin

Pass 3 Dec 2019 32,273 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 21,390 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 11,822 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 10,960 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 9,959 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 9,073 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 6,963 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 6,203 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 4,942 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 200?

Based on 54,250 MOT tests across 7,909 vehicles.

70.5%
Pass Rate
3,159
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
7,909
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,684
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,565
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,763
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 1,405
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,209
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HV08 EAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 200 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 80,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,684 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV08 EAK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HV08 EAK registered?

HV08 EAK is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 200, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is HV08 EAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV08 EAK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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