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F247 CGN

1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D

Blue Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

162,894 mi
Last recorded162,894 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2006
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D178,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF247 CGN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2006 162,894 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 162,890 miles

Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

bonnet not locking

clutch pedal anti slip pad missing

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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F247 CGN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Blue with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F247 CGN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F247 CGN?

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What year was F247 CGN registered?

F247 CGN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 4 August 1988.

Is F247 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F247 CGN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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