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HX04 AWU

2004 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,177 mi
Last recorded124,177 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 208 D114,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 AWU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 124,177 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 117,946 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 111,149 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 110,971 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 104,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 104,658 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 97,698 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 90,835 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 84,345 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 77,101 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 68,420 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 53,235 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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HX04 AWU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 114,548 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 HX04 AWU, 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 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HX04 AWU registered?

HX04 AWU is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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