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C260 MAU

1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Red Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,041 mi
Last recorded138,041 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2010
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D101,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC260 MAU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2010 138,041 miles

corrosion to n/s/f brake pipe from caliper

signs of corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 14 Dec 2010 138,041 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

corrosion to n/s/f brake pipe from caliper

signs of corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 1 Dec 2009 138,013 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2008 137,998 miles

Brake pipes corroded

Slight play on steering

Fail 3 Dec 2008 137,997 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pipes corroded

Slight play on steering

Pass 1 Dec 2007 136,082 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 132,390 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 130,369 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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C260 MAU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D in Red with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C260 MAU, 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 C260 MAU registered?

C260 MAU is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C260 MAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C260 MAU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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