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M137 FVV

1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

199,748 mi
Last recorded199,748 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2011
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D142,201 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM137 FVV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2011 199,748 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

corrosion various areas

corrosion various areas

oil leak from nearside rear hub seal

Pass 19 Feb 2010 194,034 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 186,359 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 180,320 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006

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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M137 FVV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M137 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 M137 FVV registered?

M137 FVV is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 16 May 1995.

Is M137 FVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M137 FVV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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