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

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60.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-16.8%

vs Mercedes Avg

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Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Mercedes 208d — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mercedes 208d has an average MOT pass rate of 60.9%, which is 16.8 percentage points below the Mercedes brand average of 77.7%. This suggests the 208d can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

Before buying a used Mercedes 208d, 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 208d performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 23 vehicles

60.9%Below Average
Mercedes average: 77.7%
Mileage at 5yr

99k mi

Other Mercedes Models

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76.6% pass rate

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66.7% pass rate

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80.5% pass rate

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93.8% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Mercedes 208d

Mercedes 208d — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mercedes 208d MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mercedes 208d?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mercedes 208d is 60.9% compared to the Mercedes average of 77.7%. 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 208d?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mercedes 208d reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 60.9%, the Mercedes 208d is rated as "Below 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 208d?
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 208d?
Typical mileage for the Mercedes 208d: 98,646 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 208d to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Mercedes 208d's MOT History

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