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N321 LPV

1996 Mercedes 208D SWB

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

134,076 mi
Last recorded134,076 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2010
Typical for 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB157,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN321 LPV
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2010 134,076 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 May 2009 129,445 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 129,445 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

both wiper blades split

Pass 30 Apr 2008 124,170 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 124,169 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 May 2007 122,666 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2006 121,649 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 11 May 2006 121,649 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 9 May 2006 121,646 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 208D SWB?

Based on 1,464 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
7,694
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
294
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 230
Registration plate lamp not working 135
Stop lamp not working 115
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 98
Direction indicator incorrect colour 89
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N321 LPV is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 157,149 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes 208D SWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N321 LPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 208D SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Mercedes 208D SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N321 LPV registered?

N321 LPV is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 19 June 1996.

Is N321 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N321 LPV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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