1995 Mercedes-Benz 208 D 2.3L Diesel · N251 BKW
1995 Mercedes-Benz 208 D (2.3L, diesel). First registered 20 Oct 1995. Recorded mileage 201,325 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 208 D
- Year / Origin
- 1995 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 201,325 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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N251 BKW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 201,325 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N251 BKW 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz 208 D (N251 BKW) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 March 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: Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bod”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”.
N251 BKW Mileage History
- 01/02/2024197,144 mi
- 20/03/2025199,186 mi+2,042 mi
- 26/03/2025199,402 mi+216 mi
- 16/03/2026201,321 mi+1,919 mi
- 23/03/2026201,325 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 1,955 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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