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HX53 SOJ

2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Green Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

71,046 mi
Last recorded71,046 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D90,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 SOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 71,046 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 71,046 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2025 62,131 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2025 62,131 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 58,318 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 55,215 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 54,767 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 54,680 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 54,680 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2019 54,580 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2019 54,580 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 53,924 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 53,924 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 53,279 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 51,995 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2016 51,995 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 51,150 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2013 50,418 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 50,418 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 49,492 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 49,492 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 48,766 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 48,764 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Dec 2010 47,836 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 47,836 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 46,980 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 45,774 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 43,632 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 39,328 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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HX53 SOJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Green with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 90,491 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HX53 SOJ, 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 23 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 HX53 SOJ registered?

HX53 SOJ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 20 October 2003.

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