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E704 HLB

1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D

Blue Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

95,532 mi
Last recorded95,532 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2010
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D178,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE704 HLB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2010 95,532 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Nov 2010 95,532 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 95,410 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 95,379 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 94,527 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 93,681 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 92,841 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside nearside rear tyres sidewalls perishing but no cords showing

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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E704 HLB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Blue with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 178,150 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E704 HLB, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 307 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E704 HLB registered?

E704 HLB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 12 January 1988.

Is E704 HLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E704 HLB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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