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When is the MOT due for J978 LOR?

The MOT for J978 LOR is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of J978 LOR?

The recorded mileage for J978 LOR is 68,162 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J978 LOR ULEZ compliant?

No, J978 LOR does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

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1991 Mercedes 208D 2.3L Heavy oil · J978 LOR

J978 LOR

1991 Mercedes 208D (2.3L, heavy oil). First registered 01 Aug 1991. Recorded mileage 68,162 miles. MOT valid until 01 Jun 2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES 208D
Year / Origin: 1991
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 01 Jun 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 68,162 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required
Fuel & Engine: HEAVY OIL · 2.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1991

Engine

2299cc

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J978 LOR Key Findings

11 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
68,162 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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J978 LOR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Nov 2026, 04:55

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11 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Mercedes 208D (J978 LOR) between July 2017 and May 2026.

The record contains 9 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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J978 LOR Mileage History

03/07/201763,481 mi
02/07/201864,402 mi+921 mi
28/05/201965,058 mi+656 mi
15/05/202165,863 mi+805 mi
21/05/202266,316 mi+453 mi
16/05/202366,872 mi+556 mi
03/06/202366,879 mi+7 mi
07/05/202467,300 mi+421 mi
03/06/202567,732 mi+432 mi
11/05/202668,154 mi+422 mi
27/05/202668,162 mi+8 mi

Average of roughly 526 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.

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