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R157 NSG

1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,446 mi
Last recorded112,446 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2009
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D138,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 NSG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2009 112,446 miles

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

Ns steering rack end has slight play

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

Fail 17 Mar 2009 112,388 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Ns steering rack end has slight play

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

Fail 9 Apr 2008 95,292 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 95,292 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 89,017 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2006 84,211 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 78,153 miles

Hand brake front cable slightly frayed

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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R157 NSG is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R157 NSG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R157 NSG?

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What year was R157 NSG registered?

R157 NSG is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R157 NSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 NSG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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