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C68 MTV

1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

69,620 mi
Last recorded69,620 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D114,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC68 MTV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 69,620 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 69,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 69,452 miles

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

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

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake effort low

Pass 27 Jun 2023 69,005 miles

Corrosion in several places in cab, not in prescribed areas

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

Offside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 68,536 miles
Fail 14 May 2022 68,532 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle nearside low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2021 67,735 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2021 67,735 miles

Exhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 67,466 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 67,215 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 66,700 miles

Nearside door mirror slightly cracked

Under bonnet other area corroded

underside brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2017 66,700 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under bonnet (3.6.C.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside door mirror slightly cracked

Under bonnet other area corroded

underside brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2016 65,552 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 19 May 2016 65,548 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear All position lamps not working 2 of 3 working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Direction indicators not working front and rear (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c) DANGEROUS

Offside Direction indicators not working front and rear (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Lower Braking system leaking cylinder (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at clamp (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear support bracket loose

Fail 23 Oct 2014 65,439 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 May 2013 62,248 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 60,366 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 60,266 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 59,257 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 2 Nov 2007 59,257 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 57,633 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 57,633 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

rear hubs damp misting of oil

Pass 2 Aug 2005 55,308 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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C68 MTV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 C68 MTV, 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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C68 MTV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 20 January 1986.

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