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V188 OHJ

2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Red Diesel 2590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

308,584 mi
Last recorded308,584 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D125,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV188 OHJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,590cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 308,584 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

general underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Jul 2014 286,439 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 275,118 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 265,661 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 251,490 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 240,391 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 222,236 miles

Front discs worn

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear hub seal slight leak

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Slight wear in steering rack

Pass 22 May 2009 222,236 miles

Front discs worn

Offside rear hub seal slight leak

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Slight wear in steering rack

Pass 28 May 2008 204,864 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 182,930 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front number plate cracked

Pass 22 May 2007 182,930 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 11 May 2006 158,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 208 D?

Based on 88,234 MOT tests across 10,853 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
4,818
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
10,853
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,461
Stop lamp not working 4,489
Registration plate lamp not working 4,151
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,037
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,843
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V188 OHJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Red with a 2,590cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 125,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 208 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 7,461 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V188 OHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 208 D typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz 208 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V188 OHJ registered?

V188 OHJ is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is V188 OHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V188 OHJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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