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G703 LWJ

1990 Mercedes 208D

Green Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

184,397 mi
Last recorded184,397 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2007
Typical for 1990 Mercedes 208D75,824 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG703 LWJ
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2007 184,397 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 176,539 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 176,539 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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G703 LWJ is a 1990 Mercedes 208D in Green with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 G703 LWJ, 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 G703 LWJ registered?

G703 LWJ is a 1990 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G703 LWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G703 LWJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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