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M78 EHS

1995 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,366 mi
Last recorded75,366 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2007
Typical for 1995 Mercedes 208D158,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM78 EHS
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2007 75,366 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 75,171 miles

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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M78 EHS is a 1995 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 55.6% with a typical mileage of 158,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M78 EHS, 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 31 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M78 EHS registered?

M78 EHS is a 1995 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 20 January 1995.

Is M78 EHS safe to buy?

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