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CBH 84X

1982 Mercedes-benz 307 D

Cream Diesel 2376cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2022
Tests10 (4 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

147,959 mi
Last recorded147,959 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 307 D176,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBH 84X
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1982
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,376cc

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MOT History

4 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 147,959 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

all four tyres cracking

exhaust rubbers split but exhaust still secure

Fail 15 Apr 2021 147,937 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake valve inadequately mounted (1.1.7 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

all four tyres cracking

exhaust rubbers split but exhaust still secure

Pass 11 Aug 2008 147,097 miles

Oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2008 147,077 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jul 2007 143,692 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 143,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2007 143,663 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both front seats are secure but do have movement

Pass 25 Mar 2006 138,524 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 138,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

nearside front and offside front tyres perrising

nearside rear and offside rear tyres perrished and cracking but not deep enough to reach cord/ply

Fail 11 Mar 2006 138,462 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6.B1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

n/s/r tyre tread starting to crack/seperate.

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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CBH 84X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Cream with a 2,376cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 176,376 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 CBH 84X, 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 44 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 CBH 84X registered?

CBH 84X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 1 May 1982.

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