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S947 NGA

1999 Mercedes 208D SWB

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

194,394 mi
Last recorded194,394 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2007
Typical for 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB153,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS947 NGA
MakeMercedes
Model208D SWB
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2007 194,394 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 189,285 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 172,483 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2005 172,483 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 208D SWB?

Based on 1,464 MOT tests across 294 vehicles.

62.0%
Pass Rate
7,694
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
294
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 230
Registration plate lamp not working 135
Stop lamp not working 115
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 98
Direction indicator incorrect colour 89
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S947 NGA is a 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 153,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 208D SWB fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S947 NGA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 208D SWB typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Mercedes 208D SWB is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S947 NGA registered?

S947 NGA is a 1999 Mercedes 208D SWB, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is S947 NGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S947 NGA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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