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B422 FMB

1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Red Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

353,502 mi
Last recorded353,502 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2010
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D101,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB422 FMB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2010 353,502 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2010 353,302 miles

Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 35,202 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 350,416 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 347,736 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2006 344,615 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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B422 FMB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D in Red with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 B422 FMB, 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 B422 FMB registered?

B422 FMB is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 10 June 1985.

Is B422 FMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B422 FMB shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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