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E962 GJF

1987 Mercedes 307

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

197,812 mi
Last recorded197,812 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2005
Typical for 1987 Mercedes 307139,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE962 GJF
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2005 197,812 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2005 197,798 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

king pins need greasing

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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E962 GJF is a 1987 Mercedes 307 in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes 307 models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.7% with a typical mileage of 139,290 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 E962 GJF, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E962 GJF registered?

E962 GJF is a 1987 Mercedes 307, first registered on 1 December 1987.

Is E962 GJF safe to buy?

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