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N871 NAM

1996 Mercedes 208D SWB

Black Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

181,282 mi
Last recorded181,282 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB157,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN871 NAM
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2008 181,282 miles

tempory mirror fitted to nearside

offside front tyre on 1.6mm

slight oil leak from engine

hand brake cable in poor condition

Fail 2 May 2007 172,184 miles

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

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

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrod

play in both rear shocker bottom bushes

slight play in steering rack

Pass 2 May 2007 172,184 miles

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrod

play in both rear shocker bottom bushes

slight play in steering rack

Pass 9 Jan 2006 157,583 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

battery insecure

offside front steering rack end slight play

offside front tyre on 2mm tread only 0.4 mm tread left

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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N871 NAM is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB in Black with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N871 NAM, 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 N871 NAM registered?

N871 NAM is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N871 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N871 NAM shows 4 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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