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R379 RCW

1998 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,852 mi
Last recorded173,852 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2010
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 207 D160,996 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 RCW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2010 173,852 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 160,516 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 160,516 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 145,987 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 122,981 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 100,450 miles

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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R379 RCW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 160,996 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 R379 RCW, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 207 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R379 RCW registered?

R379 RCW is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R379 RCW safe to buy?

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