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N124 JWT

1996 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

171,477 mi
Last recorded171,477 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2010
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz 208 D149,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN124 JWT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2010 171,477 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 164,232 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 162,099 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 162,099 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Fail 12 Apr 2007 153,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 153,165 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 151,767 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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N124 JWT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 149,294 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 N124 JWT, 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 30 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 N124 JWT registered?

N124 JWT is a 1996 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N124 JWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N124 JWT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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