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P125 SDM

1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

167,856 mi
Last recorded167,856 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D145,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP125 SDM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2006 167,856 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 167,856 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2005 153,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Sep 2005

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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P125 SDM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 145,008 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-benz 208 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 7,461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P125 SDM, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P125 SDM registered?

P125 SDM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P125 SDM safe to buy?

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