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C901 COD

1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D

Cream Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

265,930 mi
Last recorded265,930 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2005
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D184,582 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC901 COD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2005 265,930 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2005 265,930 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 307 D?

Based on 4,141 MOT tests across 707 vehicles.

60.2%
Pass Rate
1,328
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
707
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 455
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 334
fog lamp not working 281
Brake pipe excessively corroded 233
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 213
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C901 COD is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Cream with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 58.4% with a typical mileage of 184,582 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 307 D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C901 COD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 307 D typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz 307 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of C901 COD?

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What year was C901 COD registered?

C901 COD is a 1985 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 4 November 1985.

Is C901 COD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C901 COD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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