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V295 HPT

2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D

Green Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D125,228 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV295 HPT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model208 D
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2010
Pass 15 Jul 2009 98,573 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front tyres worn outer edge

lift in both front bottom ball joints

Fail 14 Jul 2009 98,529 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front tyres worn outer edge

lift in both front bottom ball joints

Pass 13 May 2008 86,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

slight lift both front bottom ball joints

Pass 14 May 2007 77,397 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 65,118 miles

Centre Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both rear tyres perished + worn

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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V295 HPT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D in Green with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 V295 HPT, 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 V295 HPT registered?

V295 HPT is a 2000 Mercedes-benz 208 D, first registered on 11 January 2000.

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