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K543 OHR

1992 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

197,189 mi
Last recorded197,189 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2008
Typical for 1992 Mercedes 208D76,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK543 OHR
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2008 197,189 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 187,809 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 182,386 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 182,364 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

ADVISE VEHICLE GENERALLY CORRODED

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

oil leak

How Reliable is the Mercedes 208D?

Based on 1,117 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
1,591
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
fog lamp not working 54
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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K543 OHR is a 1992 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 76,118 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 208D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K543 OHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 208D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 34 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K543 OHR registered?

K543 OHR is a 1992 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 25 November 1992.

Is K543 OHR safe to buy?

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