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C266 UDO

1985 Mercedes 307

Blue Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

185,813 mi
Last recorded185,813 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Mercedes 307149,588 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC266 UDO
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2026 185,813 miles

Central Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Offside middle crossmember on chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis corroded excessive within 30cm of rear spring mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear axle bump stop chassis corroded excessively (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flex pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Excessive within 30cm of brake load sensor valve mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced within 30cm of offside rear spring mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner part of brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front King pin lift

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 185,540 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front door cab step corrosion holed

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front spring eye area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 185,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive within 30cm of spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge of tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 184,655 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 184,252 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 183,568 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 182,492 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 181,391 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 180,316 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 179,231 miles

Nearside Front Lower step corrosion

Pass 3 Feb 2016 177,987 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak form oil pressure switch

washer bottle leaking slightly

Fail 26 Jan 2016 177,987 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

oil leak form oil pressure switch

washer bottle leaking slightly

Fail 10 Feb 2015 176,761 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 176,761 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 173,576 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 171,915 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 171,915 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Side repeater flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 169,291 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 169,289 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 168,277 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 165,911 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 164,333 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 163,509 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 307?

Based on 840 MOT tests across 153 vehicles.

61.0%
Pass Rate
1,311
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
153
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 121
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 72
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58
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C266 UDO is a 1985 Mercedes 307 in Blue with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes 307 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 149,588 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes 307 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C266 UDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 307 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C266 UDO registered?

C266 UDO is a 1985 Mercedes 307, first registered on 7 November 1985.

Is C266 UDO safe to buy?

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