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G785 TUL

1989 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2298cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

173,280 mi
Last recorded173,280 miles
Recorded on9 May 2006
Typical for 1989 Mercedes 208D77,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG785 TUL
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,298cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 May 2006 173,280 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

o/s/f inner dor step by chassis plate holed

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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G785 TUL is a 1989 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,298cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 77,906 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 G785 TUL, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G785 TUL registered?

G785 TUL is a 1989 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 4 September 1989.

Is G785 TUL safe to buy?

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