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M125 FVV

1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Red Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

107,617 mi
Last recorded107,617 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2011
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D142,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM125 FVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2011 107,617 miles

front brake hoses very slightly deteriated

front number plate cracked requires a new one

indicator stalk doesnt stay in the right hand position but still works ok

n/side rear and o/side rear inner sills and body starting to rust

number plate lights dim

o/side front inner sill/body rusty with a small hole in it

Pass 20 Oct 2010 100,579 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 94,571 miles

nearside trackrod end has slight play

rear chasis rusting

Pass 3 Nov 2008 87,034 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 78,669 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 78,669 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2006 69,613 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 63,186 miles

nail in tyre

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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M125 FVV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Red with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 142,201 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 M125 FVV, 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 31 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 M125 FVV registered?

M125 FVV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 25 April 1995.

Is M125 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M125 FVV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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