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DWL 993Y

1982 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,545 mi
Last recorded66,545 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz 207 D79,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWL 993Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 66,545 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 65,141 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 63,709 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 63,335 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 62,979 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 62,506 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 62,604 miles

Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 62,515 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 62,422 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 61,620 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 61,607 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 60,443 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 58,880 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 57,403 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 57,389 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2007 55,765 miles

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

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

all brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

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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DWL 993Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.3% with a typical mileage of 79,639 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 DWL 993Y, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz 207 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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DWL 993Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 1 December 1982.

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