Mercedes Benz 208 D MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mercedes Benz 208 D. Check any 208 D by registration number below.

Free, instant, no sign-up required.

65.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-24.8%

vs Mercedes Benz Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Mercedes Benz 208 D — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes Benz 208 D has an average MOT pass rate of 65.4%, which is 24.8 percentage points below the Mercedes Benz brand average of 90.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 208 D on the road.

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 208 D fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point. If you are preparing your 208 D for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mercedes Benz 208 D, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mercedes Benz 208 D performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 151 vehicles

63.6%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

24.1%

1998

Based on 182 vehicles

65.4%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

7.9%

Retest Rate

19.4%

1997

Based on 208 vehicles

67.8%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.4%

Retest Rate

25.7%

1996

Based on 214 vehicles

74.3%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

12.5%

1995

Based on 123 vehicles

70.7%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

21.7%

1994

Based on 106 vehicles

64.2%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

20.3%

1993

Based on 40 vehicles

65.0%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

10.0%

1992

Based on 87 vehicles

56.3%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

9.3%

Retest Rate

14.8%

1991

Based on 107 vehicles

61.7%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

4.6%

Retest Rate

23.1%

1990

Based on 99 vehicles

73.7%Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

14.5%

1989

Based on 67 vehicles

56.7%Below Average

Mercedes Benz average: 90.2%

Dangerous Defects

16.1%

Retest Rate

35.5%

Top MOT Failures — Mercedes Benz 208 D

The most common reasons a Mercedes Benz 208 D fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

8.8%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

8.7%

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

7.5%

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

6.0%

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

6.0%

Mercedes Benz 208 D Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

21.9%

Front Nearside

17.2%

Rear Offside

13.9%

Other Mercedes Benz Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mercedes Benz models.

Mercedes Benz E 300

94.2% pass rate

Mercedes Benz E

83.5% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Amg Gla 45 S 4matic+ Auto

92.7% pass rate

Mercedes Benz V

85.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Vito 112

87.8% pass rate

Mercedes Benz Sl 500

100.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes Benz 208 D

Mercedes Benz 208 D — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes Benz 208 D MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 208 D?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes Benz 208 D is 65.4% compared to the Mercedes Benz average of 90.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mercedes Benz 208 D?

The most common MOT failures on the Mercedes Benz 208 D are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (8.8%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (8.7%), Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point (7.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mercedes Benz 208 D reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 65.4%, the Mercedes Benz 208 D is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mercedes Benz 208 D?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mercedes Benz 208 D?

Mileage data for the Mercedes Benz 208 D is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

Check Your Mercedes Benz 208 D's MOT History

Enter the registration number for the full MOT history — free and instant.