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A812 RVV

1983 Mercedes 307

Blue Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,777 mi
Last recorded47,777 miles
Recorded on18 May 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA812 RVV
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2006 47,777 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

panel under/by the raditor correded from out side but welded from inside by steering box

reverse lamps not working

Fail 26 Apr 2006 47,771 miles

Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

How Reliable is the Mercedes 307?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

61.0%
Pass Rate
1,311
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 121
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58
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A812 RVV is a 1983 Mercedes 307 in Blue with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mercedes 307 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A812 RVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 307 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 43 years old, this Mercedes 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A812 RVV registered?

A812 RVV is a 1983 Mercedes 307, first registered on 17 August 1983.

Is A812 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A812 RVV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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