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J206 LKD

1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Multi-colour Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

100,938 mi
Last recorded100,938 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D92,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ206 LKD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1992
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 100,938 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 100,668 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 100,163 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 99,563 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 97,929 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 96,392 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 94,884 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 94,620 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 93,279 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 93,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

lower radiator hose chafed and worn thin

Pass 13 Jul 2017 91,292 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 89,816 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 88,276 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 86,870 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 86,870 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2013 85,972 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 85,371 miles

auxilary belt fraying and getting caught in viscose coupling

Pass 28 Jul 2011 84,422 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 83,132 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 82,162 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 78,744 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 74,342 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 74,332 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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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J206 LKD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Multi-colour with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 92,452 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 J206 LKD, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J206 LKD registered?

J206 LKD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 1 March 1992.

Is J206 LKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J206 LKD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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