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B211 XHU

1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

184,610 mi
Last recorded184,610 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2006
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D184,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB211 XHU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Mar 2006 184,610 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.3.2a)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (6.3.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by a positive means (6.7.2a)

Indicator tell tale not working correctly (1.5.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Side repeater not in good working order (not working) (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Body has sharp edges or projections caused by corrosion or damage making the vehicle dangerous to other road users (6.5.10)

Offside Side repeater not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not affecting the beam image or light output (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not affecting the beam image or light output (1.2.4a)

corrosion on n/s/f wheel arch

corrosion on o/s & n/s rear under body edges

n/s/r bumper end condition

oil leak

some play in both rear wheel bearings

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 307 D?

Based on 4,141 MOT tests across 707 vehicles.

60.2%
Pass Rate
1,328
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
707
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 455
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 334
fog lamp not working 281
Brake pipe excessively corroded 233
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 213
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B211 XHU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.4% with a typical mileage of 184,582 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 307 D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B211 XHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 307 D typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 307 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B211 XHU registered?

B211 XHU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 12 April 1985.

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