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E459 JDU

1987 Mercedes-benz 307 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

223,321 mi
Last recorded223,321 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2011
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 307 D152,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE459 JDU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2011 223,321 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 223,286 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 13 May 2010 222,439 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 222,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 5 May 2009 221,449 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 218,484 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 215,662 miles

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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E459 JDU is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 307 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 152,340 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E459 JDU, 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 39 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 E459 JDU registered?

E459 JDU is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 7 October 1987.

Is E459 JDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E459 JDU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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