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N856 UOM

1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Multi-colour Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

327,572 mi
Last recorded327,572 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2013
Typical for 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D142,201 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN856 UOM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2013 327,572 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 327,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 May 2009 327,531 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 326,932 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 324,103 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 314,834 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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N856 UOM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Multi-colour with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N856 UOM, 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.

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What year was N856 UOM registered?

N856 UOM is a 1995 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 29 August 1995.

Is N856 UOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N856 UOM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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