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V179 JRL

1999 Mercedes 208D SWB

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,467 mi
Last recorded131,467 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2009
Typical for 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB153,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV179 JRL
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2009 131,467 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 128,153 miles

discs worn

front flexis perished

o/s ball joint worn

o/s wiper worn

Pass 27 Sep 2006 114,867 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 114,780 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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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V179 JRL is a 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 153,923 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 V179 JRL, 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 27 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 V179 JRL registered?

V179 JRL is a 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 8 October 1999.

Is V179 JRL safe to buy?

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