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K354 BDA

1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,068 mi
Last recorded88,068 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D132,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK354 BDA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 88,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 87,886 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 87,295 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 87,022 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 86,687 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 86,370 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 85,905 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 85,559 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 84,933 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 83,186 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 83,166 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 80,667 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 80,040 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2009 77,665 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 76,492 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 76,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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K354 BDA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 K354 BDA, 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.

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What year was K354 BDA registered?

K354 BDA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 18 June 1993.

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