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LJ53 AZZ

2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Yellow Diesel 2689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

264,274 mi
Last recorded264,274 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D90,491 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 AZZ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,689cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2014 264,274 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 251,292 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 233,888 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 213,637 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 189,579 miles

handbrake reading low

noise from offside of steering rack

Fail 6 Sep 2010 189,562 miles

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

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

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

noise from offside of steering rack

Pass 27 Aug 2009 164,156 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 136,644 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 109,413 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 85,217 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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LJ53 AZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Yellow with a 2,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 90,491 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 LJ53 AZZ, 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 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of LJ53 AZZ?

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What year was LJ53 AZZ registered?

LJ53 AZZ is a 2003 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is LJ53 AZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ53 AZZ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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