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N205 DKA

1996 Mercedes 208D

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,124 mi
Last recorded151,124 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN205 DKA
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2006 151,124 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 151,124 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2005 143,394 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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N205 DKA is a 1996 Mercedes 208D in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N205 DKA, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N205 DKA registered?

N205 DKA is a 1996 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N205 DKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N205 DKA 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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