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A370 RUM

1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,941 mi
Last recorded100,941 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2021
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D100,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA370 RUM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2021 100,941 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 100,624 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 99,914 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 98,987 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 98,776 miles

Offside rear brake would benefit from service- it is less efficient than near side rear - Within pass

Offside top front side light (marker) required a tap, but continued to function after.

both front wheel bearings have very slight play present.

Pass 31 May 2015 98,490 miles

Both front wheel bearings have a small amount of play present.

both front wheel arches have some corrosion present.

vehicle would greatly benifit from underbody cleaning & waxoil coating to protect a number of areas that have surface corrosion starting to build up.

Pass 14 May 2014 98,336 miles

both front inner wheel arches at front have some corrosion present.

offside rear brake has slight binding, felt by hand rotation whilst vehicle is elevated - advise: offside rear brake would benifit from service.

Pass 4 May 2013 97,341 miles

both king pins have play

Pass 9 Jan 2012 97,306 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 96,673 miles

n/s mirror cracked

Fail 25 Aug 2010 96,673 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

n/s mirror cracked

n/s rear tyre cracks and age splits to outer sidewall, also appears slightly deflated

Fail 2 Sep 2009 94,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 94,191 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 91,395 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 87,809 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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A370 RUM is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 100,728 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 A370 RUM, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 207 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A370 RUM registered?

A370 RUM is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 13 October 1983.

Is A370 RUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A370 RUM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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