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S458 NKV

1999 Mercedes-benz 208 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

186,395 mi
Last recorded186,395 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2011
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz 208 D133,107 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS458 NKV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2011 186,395 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 181,240 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2009 178,759 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 178,752 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 174,322 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2007 174,322 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2005 157,559 miles

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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S458 NKV is a 1999 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 1999 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 133,107 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 S458 NKV, 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 27 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 S458 NKV?

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What year was S458 NKV registered?

S458 NKV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is S458 NKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S458 NKV 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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