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D881 WTV

1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

165,555 mi
Last recorded165,555 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D95,775 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD881 WTV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 165,555 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 162,882 miles

All welding reapairs heavily under selaed not allowing proper insopection

Pass 29 Jan 2024 160,819 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 159,886 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 157,173 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 153,225 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 153,225 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s o/s (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 149,022 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 145,959 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 141,465 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 135,223 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 134,259 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 134,259 miles

Front Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

cannot open bonnet.

front number plate cracked.

lift in king pins.

tyres cracking.

Pass 7 Jul 2007 133,626 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 130,640 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 130,640 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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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D881 WTV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 95,775 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 D881 WTV, 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 39 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 D881 WTV registered?

D881 WTV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D881 WTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D881 WTV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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