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E882 DSS

1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D

Blue Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

145,678 mi
Last recorded145,678 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2008
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D104,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE882 DSS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2008 145,678 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 145,678 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

advise corrosion evident n/s/f inner wheel arch not within pescribed area

advise surface corrosion evident both chassis legs behind drivers cab but not affecting strength

Pass 17 Feb 2007 143,644 miles

BOTTOM OF CAB DOORS RUSTED ,STEPS RUSTED

Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

UNDER ,SIDE DIRTY †BOTH SIDES CHASSIS OUTER SKINS CORRODED ,RUSTY ADVISE FUTURE CHECKING

Pass 17 Feb 2006 139,827 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 Feb 2006 139,827 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

various parts of chassis outer shell corroded/// parts of flat bed support rails corroded but not enough to be dangerous

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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E882 DSS is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D 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-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 104,791 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-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 E882 DSS, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz 207 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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E882 DSS is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 17 May 1988.

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