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C197 WVG

1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,615 mi
Last recorded146,615 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D101,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC197 WVG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 146,615 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2014 146,615 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 142,377 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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C197 WVG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White 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 C197 WVG, 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 C197 WVG registered?

C197 WVG is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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The MOT history for C197 WVG 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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