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A298 FRC

1990 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,915 mi
Last recorded114,915 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 207 D95,183 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA298 FRC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 114,915 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 114,469 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Fail 20 May 2015 114,469 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Pass 30 May 2014 113,010 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers seat slightly insecure

Fail 27 May 2014 113,010 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Towbar assembly inappropriately modified (6.6.7)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

drivers seat slightly insecure

offside and nearside rear lamps fitted upside down

Pass 11 May 2013 11,233 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 110,693 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 108,923 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 108,923 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Upper Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

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

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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A298 FRC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 95,183 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 207 D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 416 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A298 FRC, 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 36 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 A298 FRC registered?

A298 FRC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 8 November 1990.

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