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E159 MNH

1988 Mercedes 307

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,665 mi
Last recorded23,665 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 307202,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE159 MNH
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2009 23,665 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 23,665 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 233,194 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 233,194 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 229,722 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 229,722 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 31 Oct 2006 22,621 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Leaf spring shackle bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 22,621 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

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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E159 MNH is a 1988 Mercedes 307 in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes 307 models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.7% with a typical mileage of 202,909 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 307 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E159 MNH, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E159 MNH registered?

E159 MNH is a 1988 Mercedes 307, first registered on 10 May 1988.

Is E159 MNH safe to buy?

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