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B296 GNU

1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Red Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,407 mi
Last recorded54,407 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2008
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D101,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB296 GNU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2008 54,407 miles

N/S/F BRAKE BINDING SLIGHTLY

REAR TRAILER LIGHT BOARD NOT CONNECTED AT TIME OF TEST!!!

SURFACE CORROSION TO BULK HEAD AND N/S/F CHASSIS RAIL

Pass 21 Aug 2006 54,164 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 54,156 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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B296 GNU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D in Red with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 B296 GNU, 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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How do I check the history of B296 GNU?

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What year was B296 GNU registered?

B296 GNU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is B296 GNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B296 GNU 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.

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