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N524 LHR

1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,333 mi
Last recorded120,333 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2014
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D142,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN524 LHR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2014 120,333 miles

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 8 Mar 2014 120,333 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 8 May 2013 113,963 miles

front discs worn

front to rear rigid brake pipes corroded

oil leak

Fail 8 May 2013 113,963 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front discs worn

front to rear rigid brake pipes corroded

oil leak

Pass 1 Jun 2012 113,217 miles

front discs & pads worn

osf indictor discoloured

Pass 5 May 2011 112,224 miles

fuel tank damp

oil leak

osf indicator slight discolour

Fail 5 May 2011 112,224 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

fuel tank damp

oil leak

osf indicator slight discolour

Pass 29 Apr 2010 111,119 miles

Brake discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2009 109,529 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 109,169 miles

handbrake cable corroded and possibly fraying

lift in bottom swivels

Pass 11 Jul 2007 107,912 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2005 97,001 miles

Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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N524 LHR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N524 LHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N524 LHR registered?

N524 LHR is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 29 December 1995.

Is N524 LHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N524 LHR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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