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P148 MOJ

1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,234 mi
Last recorded196,234 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D145,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP148 MOJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2009 196,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 196,234 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 193,450 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P148 MOJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P148 MOJ, 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 P148 MOJ registered?

P148 MOJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P148 MOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P148 MOJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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