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E254 HTP

1987 Mercedes 307

Blue Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

303,478 mi
Last recorded303,478 miles
Recorded on25 May 2006
Typical for 1987 Mercedes 307139,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 HTP
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2006 303,478 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 303,478 miles

Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside 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 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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E254 HTP is a 1987 Mercedes 307 in Blue with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes 307 models, the average MOT pass rate is 56.7% with a typical mileage of 139,290 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 307 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E254 HTP, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E254 HTP?

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What year was E254 HTP registered?

E254 HTP is a 1987 Mercedes 307, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E254 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E254 HTP 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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