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K254 SSM

1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

147,342 mi
Last recorded147,342 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2006
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D132,262 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK254 SSM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Mar 2006 147,342 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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K254 SSM is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 132,262 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 K254 SSM, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K254 SSM registered?

K254 SSM is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 19 February 1993.

Is K254 SSM safe to buy?

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