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ARC 705T

1978 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Yellow Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,259 mi
Last recorded152,259 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2007
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz 207 D102,348 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARC 705T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2007 152,259 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 152,259 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 151,144 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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ARC 705T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 207 D in Yellow with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 102,348 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 ARC 705T, 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 48 years old, this Mercedes-benz 207 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of ARC 705T?

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What year was ARC 705T registered?

ARC 705T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 11 September 1978.

Is ARC 705T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARC 705T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ARC 705T have outstanding finance?

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