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SJI 9170

2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

78,072 mi
Last recorded78,072 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D94,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJI 9170
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 78,072 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 71,868 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2024 70,331 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 64,726 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 62,181 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 59,279 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 58,240 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 57,929 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 57,929 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 56,818 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 56,283 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 55,679 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 52,384 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 50,819 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 47,615 miles

rear discs starting to be scored and pitted

Pass 30 May 2012 44,137 miles

rear discs startin get pitted and marked

Pass 2 Jun 2011 40,092 miles

rear discs scored

Pass 2 Jun 2010 36,244 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 31,316 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 26,055 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 21,126 miles

wiring at rear of fog light switch in very poor condition (caused by un profesional work)

Fail 30 May 2007 21,126 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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SJI 9170 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 94,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJI 9170, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJI 9170 registered?

SJI 9170 is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 4 June 2004.

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