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C48 URP

1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D

Yellow Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

234,588 mi
Last recorded234,588 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2007
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D184,582 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC48 URP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2007 234,588 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all b/pipes beginning tto corrode

o/s/f wiper blade slightly split

Pass 18 Aug 2006 215,211 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 215,201 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 307 D?

Based on 4,141 MOT tests across 707 vehicles.

60.2%
Pass Rate
1,328
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
707
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 455
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 334
fog lamp not working 281
Brake pipe excessively corroded 233
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 213
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C48 URP is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Yellow with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.4% with a typical mileage of 184,582 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 307 D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C48 URP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 307 D typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 307 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C48 URP registered?

C48 URP is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C48 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C48 URP shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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