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E595 EAL

1988 Mercedes 307

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

18,828 mi
Last recorded18,828 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 307202,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE595 EAL
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 18,828 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022
Fail 24 Aug 2022 18,753 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 17,928 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 17,702 miles

drag link rubber boot perished

Fail 11 Aug 2016 17,702 miles

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

drag link rubber boot perished

Pass 8 Oct 2012 16,996 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,583 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 15,718 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 15,709 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 14,914 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 14,867 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 14,444 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 13,751 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2005 13,751 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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E595 EAL is a 1988 Mercedes 307 in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes 307 models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.7% with a typical mileage of 202,909 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E595 EAL, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E595 EAL registered?

E595 EAL is a 1988 Mercedes 307, first registered on 25 May 1988.

Is E595 EAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E595 EAL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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