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XEZ 5989

2008 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Black Diesel 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

200,856 mi
Last recorded200,856 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEZ 5989
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2021 200,856 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 194,807 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 189,031 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 175,084 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 152,587 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 133,550 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 104,552 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 71,973 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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XEZ 5989 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Black with a 2,300cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XEZ 5989, 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 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XEZ 5989?

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What year was XEZ 5989 registered?

XEZ 5989 is a 2008 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is XEZ 5989 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEZ 5989 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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