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J156 MLT

1992 Mercedes 208D

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,655 mi
Last recorded146,655 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 1992 Mercedes 208D76,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ156 MLT
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 146,655 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 145,837 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 145,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 8 May 2015 145,309 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 145,014 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 145,244 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 145,243 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

O,S,HAND BRAKE LOW PERFORMANCE

Pass 27 Jul 2006 142,067 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 142,066 miles

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

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

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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J156 MLT is a 1992 Mercedes 208D in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 76,118 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 J156 MLT, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J156 MLT registered?

J156 MLT is a 1992 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 22 July 1992.

Is J156 MLT safe to buy?

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