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F103 GYJ

1988 Mercedes 307

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

202,909 mi
Last recorded202,909 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2009
Typical for 1988 Mercedes 307202,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF103 GYJ
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2009 202,909 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

STRONG ADVISE; BOTH NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE INNER / OUTER BODY STEP HEAVILLY CORRODED.

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2009 202,902 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

STRONG ADVISE; BOTH NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE INNER / OUTER BODY STEP HEAVILLY CORRODED.

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 May 2008 202,674 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 201,727 miles

slight smokeing from exhaust

Pass 26 Jul 2006 200,802 miles

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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F103 GYJ is a 1988 Mercedes 307 in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F103 GYJ, 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 F103 GYJ registered?

F103 GYJ is a 1988 Mercedes 307, first registered on 16 August 1988.

Is F103 GYJ safe to buy?

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