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MJX 811T

1978 Mercedes-benz 307 D

Beige Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

103,519 mi
Last recorded103,519 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJX 811T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 103,519 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 May 2013 103,519 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 102,355 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

advise o/s n/s rear leaf spring bushs worn

advise o/s rear hub leaking

Pass 1 Jun 2011 100,751 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 100,746 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 21 May 2010 99,311 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 99,144 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 99,144 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 98,532 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 98,532 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 97,755 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 97,745 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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MJX 811T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Beige with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 MJX 811T, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 307 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MJX 811T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 2 November 1978.

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