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J249 VHN

1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,156 mi
Last recorded119,156 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D92,452 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ249 VHN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2010 119,156 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 113,917 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 109,825 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 109,825 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 103,203 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 99,931 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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J249 VHN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J249 VHN, 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 J249 VHN registered?

J249 VHN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J249 VHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J249 VHN shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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