1996 Mercedes-Benz 308 D 2.3L Diesel · N223 BNB
1996 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (2.3L, diesel). First registered 07 Mar 1996. Recorded mileage 370,350 miles. MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 308 D
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 370,350 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
N223 BNB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 370,350 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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N223 BNB Mileage History
- 18/07/2022364,551 mi
- 20/07/2023365,530 mi+979 mi
- 19/07/2024367,626 mi+2,096 mi
- 18/07/2025369,315 mi+1,689 mi
- 20/07/2026370,350 mi+1,035 mi
Average of roughly 1,448 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
N223 BNB 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz 308 D (N223 BNB) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
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