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L257 OSX

1994 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,356 mi
Last recorded110,356 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2007
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz 208 D135,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL257 OSX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2007 110,356 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 108,522 miles

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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L257 OSX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 135,822 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 L257 OSX, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of L257 OSX?

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What year was L257 OSX registered?

L257 OSX is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 27 June 1994.

Is L257 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L257 OSX shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L257 OSX have outstanding finance?

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