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LJ59 HPV

2009 Mercedes 208D

Yellow Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

283,140 mi
Last recorded283,140 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ59 HPV
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year2009
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2022 283,140 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 281,002 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 279,577 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 270,880 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 256,846 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 233,557 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 210,258 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 185,134 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 161,884 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 161,884 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 138,293 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 109,135 miles

Offside Rear Upper Indicator not working.

Pass 23 Oct 2012 85,566 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 57,306 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 24,450 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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LJ59 HPV is a 2009 Mercedes 208D in Yellow with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 LJ59 HPV, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes 208D is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of LJ59 HPV?

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What year was LJ59 HPV registered?

LJ59 HPV is a 2009 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is LJ59 HPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ59 HPV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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