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L228 OMA

1993 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

70,241 mi
Last recorded70,241 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1993 Mercedes 208D168,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL228 OMA
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Aug 2022 70,241 miles

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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L228 OMA is a 1993 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 52.4% with a typical mileage of 168,549 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 L228 OMA, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L228 OMA registered?

L228 OMA is a 1993 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L228 OMA safe to buy?

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