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L791 UJC

1993 Mercedes 208D

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

192,789 mi
Last recorded192,789 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2005
Typical for 1993 Mercedes 208D168,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL791 UJC
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2005 192,789 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 192,771 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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L791 UJC is a 1993 Mercedes 208D in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 L791 UJC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L791 UJC?

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What year was L791 UJC registered?

L791 UJC is a 1993 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L791 UJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L791 UJC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L791 UJC have outstanding finance?

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