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N626 HFM

1996 Mercedes 208D SWB

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB157,149 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN626 HFM
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2006
Fail 8 Mar 2006

Brake pedal actuating linkage excessively corroded (3.3.A.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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N626 HFM is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N626 HFM, 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.

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What year was N626 HFM registered?

N626 HFM is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N626 HFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N626 HFM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N626 HFM have outstanding finance?

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