2003 Mercedes-Benz 208 D 2.3L Diesel · HN52 LSE
2003 Mercedes-Benz 208 D (2.3L, diesel). First registered 27 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 92,599 miles. MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 208 D
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,599 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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HN52 LSE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2026
- 92,599 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HN52 LSE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz 208 D (HN52 LSE) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.
HN52 LSE Mileage History
- 16/04/202491,164 mi
- 29/04/202491,188 mi+24 mi
- 10/04/202591,811 mi+623 mi
- 22/04/202692,599 mi+788 mi
- 22/04/202692,599 mi
Average of roughly 712 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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