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VIB 3218

1994 Mercedes 208D

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,625 mi
Last recorded57,625 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Mercedes 208D123,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 3218
MakeMercedes
Model208D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 57,625 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 57,603 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 55,811 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2023 55,811 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 54,745 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Apr 2022 54,745 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2009 54,643 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 54,597 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 54,545 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 51,431 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 51,431 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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VIB 3218 is a 1994 Mercedes 208D in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes 208D models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 123,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VIB 3218, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes 208D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VIB 3218 registered?

VIB 3218 is a 1994 Mercedes 208D, first registered on 1 December 1994.

Is VIB 3218 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 3218 shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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