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P807 STU

1997 Mercedes 208D SWB

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

222,811 mi
Last recorded222,811 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Mercedes 208D SWB147,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP807 STU
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2009 222,811 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 195,516 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 195,516 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2007 191,482 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2006 154,280 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 154,271 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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P807 STU is a 1997 Mercedes 208D SWB in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P807 STU, 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 P807 STU registered?

P807 STU is a 1997 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 3 July 1997.

Is P807 STU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P807 STU shows 6 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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