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C142 JTA

1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Red Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

125,200 mi
Last recorded125,200 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2005
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D114,901 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC142 JTA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2005 125,200 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 125,200 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

corrosion forming in n/s/r spring hanger

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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C142 JTA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D in Red with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 114,901 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 C142 JTA, 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 40 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 C142 JTA registered?

C142 JTA is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 13 May 1986.

Is C142 JTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C142 JTA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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