MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
146,615 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
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)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 207 D?
Based on 7,106 MOT tests across 730 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is C197 WVG safe to buy?
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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