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J815 DGK

1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

147,452 mi
Last recorded147,452 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2007
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D92,452 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ815 DGK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2007 147,452 miles

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

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

o/s door step corroded not within prescribed areas

Pass 22 Aug 2006 133,652 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 115,771 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jul 2005 115,771 miles

Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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J815 DGK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J815 DGK, 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 J815 DGK registered?

J815 DGK is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 1 January 1992.

Is J815 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J815 DGK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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