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B164 JRR

1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Green Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

74,415 mi
Last recorded74,415 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2015
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D101,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB164 JRR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2015 74,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

dampness mark at offside rear brake back plate

repair made to offside front brake servo/master cylinder mounting area

Pass 20 Aug 2014 72,948 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

corrosion to offside front inner wheel arch panel not within a prescribed area

repair made to offside front brake servo/master cylinder mounting area

Pass 2 Sep 2013 70,872 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

repair made to offside front servo/master cylinder mounting area

Fail 26 Oct 2012 70,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 70,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 69,904 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 69,380 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 68,476 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 68,475 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 67,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 66,145 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2006 63,918 miles

o/s/r poss hub seal leak

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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B164 JRR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D in Green with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 101,251 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 B164 JRR, 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 41 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 B164 JRR registered?

B164 JRR is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 10 April 1985.

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