CarVerify

Free Car Check

E782 OVV

1988 Mercedes 307

Blue Diesel 2404cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

303,757 mi
Last recorded303,757 miles
Recorded on13 May 2008
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 307202,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE782 OVV
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
View full Mercedes 307 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2008 303,757 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 303,700 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

advise bad oil leak on engine

Pass 1 May 2007 441,324 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

engine oil leak

n/s and o/s centre chassis corroded

o/s body drop side corroded

o/s sill step corroded

screw n/s/f tyre

Fail 26 Apr 2007

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

engine oil leak

n/s and o/s centre chassis corroded

o/s door step sill corroded

screw n/s/f tyre

Pass 31 Mar 2006 420,497 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAK

O/S CENTRE CHASSIS CORRODED

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
Full Mercedes 307 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E782 OVV is a 1988 Mercedes 307 in Blue with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 E782 OVV, 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

How do I check the history of E782 OVV?

You can check the full history of E782 OVV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E782 OVV registered?

E782 OVV is a 1988 Mercedes 307, first registered on 22 June 1988.

Is E782 OVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E782 OVV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E782 OVV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E782 OVV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.