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B307 JAL

1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,956 mi
Last recorded87,956 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2012
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D101,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB307 JAL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2012 87,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all metal brake pipes corroded. under body corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2011 67,423 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 65,800 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 65,245 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 64,130 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 207 D?

Based on 7,106 MOT tests across 730 vehicles.

65.2%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 416
fog lamp not working 349
Brake pipe excessively corroded 302
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 261
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 219
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B307 JAL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 101,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 207 D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 416 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B307 JAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 207 D typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 207 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B307 JAL registered?

B307 JAL is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B307 JAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B307 JAL shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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