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P381 NSC

1997 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,471 mi
Last recorded161,471 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP381 NSC
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,150cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2007 161,471 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

could not check brake pipes and flexis properly due to underseal

How Reliable is the Mercedes 208D?

Based on 1,117 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
1,591
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
fog lamp not working 54
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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P381 NSC is a 1997 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,150cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Mercedes 208D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P381 NSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 208D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Mercedes 208D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P381 NSC registered?

P381 NSC is a 1997 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is P381 NSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P381 NSC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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