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G174 XHU

1990 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

64,696 mi
Last recorded64,696 miles
Recorded on31 May 2006
Typical for 1990 Mercedes 208D75,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG174 XHU
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2006 64,696 miles
Fail 17 May 2006

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Outer Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Outer Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 208D?

Based on 1,117 MOT tests across 166 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
1,591
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
166
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Brake pipe excessively corroded 61
fog lamp not working 54
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 48
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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G174 XHU is a 1990 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 75,824 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes 208D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G174 XHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 208D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G174 XHU registered?

G174 XHU is a 1990 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is G174 XHU safe to buy?

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