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N845 AVX

1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

143,153 mi
Last recorded143,153 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2010
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D142,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN845 AVX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2010 143,153 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2010 143,048 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r hub leaking oil

Pass 18 Nov 2009 135,535 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2008 129,578 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2007 122,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Fail 28 Nov 2007 122,546 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2006
Fail 27 Nov 2006

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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N845 AVX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N845 AVX, 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 N845 AVX registered?

N845 AVX is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 15 September 1995.

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