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A573 TNV

1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

119,421 mi
Last recorded119,421 miles
Recorded on25 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D100,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA573 TNV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2012 119,421 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

offside front and nearside front steps rusted and holed, offside rear inner sill rusted and holed

Oil leak

Fail 22 May 2012 119,421 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

offside front and nearside front steps rusted and holed, offside rear inner sill rusted and holed

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2011 117,624 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

general overall light corrosion

Pass 13 May 2010 116,406 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 114,469 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 114,469 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 May 2008 112,208 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 112,208 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

both front brake hose metal ends are rusty and starting to wear thin

Pass 22 May 2007 111,030 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 111,030 miles

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Pass 22 May 2006 109,737 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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A573 TNV is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 A573 TNV, 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 A573 TNV registered?

A573 TNV is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 1 October 1983.

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The MOT history for A573 TNV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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