MOT Status
Mileage
313,418 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
bonnet cable
both front springs rear bushers weak
coolant leaking
front no plate started to defuse
n/s door step corroded & very weak
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 307 D?
Based on 4,141 MOT tests across 707 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A197 XMH is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Beige with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 124,954 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-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 A197 XMH, 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 42 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 A197 XMH registered?
A197 XMH is a 1984 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 29 March 1984.
Is A197 XMH safe to buy?
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