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R119 HHB

1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,907 mi
Last recorded156,907 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2009
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D138,827 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR119 HHB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2009 156,907 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jul 2009 156,751 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2008 140,500 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 138,125 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 127,734 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 127,734 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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R119 HHB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 138,827 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 R119 HHB, 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 28 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 R119 HHB registered?

R119 HHB is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R119 HHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R119 HHB 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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