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C891 DEC

1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Blue Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

206,257 mi
Last recorded206,257 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2008
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D114,901 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC891 DEC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2008 206,257 miles

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

front tyres wearing unevenly

surface corrosion covering much of the underside of vehicle

Pass 25 Jul 2007 203,109 miles

crossion to chassise rails both sides front ,and rear

Pass 22 Aug 2006 201,245 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 200,999 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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

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

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

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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C891 DEC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D in Blue with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 C891 DEC, 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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What year was C891 DEC registered?

C891 DEC is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 10 June 1986.

Is C891 DEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C891 DEC shows 4 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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