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P141 SDM

1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,014 mi
Last recorded88,014 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D145,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP141 SDM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2015 88,014 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nsr under sill filler

Pass 28 May 2014 86,787 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 86,013 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 85,181 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 84,047 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 82,770 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 81,066 miles

advise front brake discs low

Pass 27 May 2008 79,235 miles

advise front tyre wearing to outside edge

Pass 2 Jun 2007 76,848 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 76,842 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2006 74,876 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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P141 SDM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P141 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 P141 SDM registered?

P141 SDM is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P141 SDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P141 SDM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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