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P413 JJA

1997 Mercedes 208D SWB

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

203,476 mi
Last recorded203,476 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2007
Typical for 1997 Mercedes 208D SWB147,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP413 JJA
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2007 203,476 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2006 220,835 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 220,654 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket modified and seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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P413 JJA is a 1997 Mercedes 208D SWB in Red 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 208D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 147,756 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 P413 JJA, 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 29 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 P413 JJA registered?

P413 JJA is a 1997 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P413 JJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P413 JJA 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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