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P92 AOD

1996 Mercedes 208D SWB

Green Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,858 mi
Last recorded122,858 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2008
Typical for 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB157,149 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP92 AOD
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2008 122,858 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise general under body corrosion

Fail 2 Jun 2008 122,858 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

advise general under body corrosion

Pass 8 May 2007 120,307 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

brake discs corroded

front number plate damaged

general under body corrosion

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 2 May 2006 117,450 miles

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

water leak from washerpipe

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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P92 AOD is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB in Green with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 157,149 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 P92 AOD, 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 30 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 P92 AOD registered?

P92 AOD is a 1996 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 30 August 1996.

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