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F523 VCP

1989 Mercedes-benz 307 D

Blue Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

264,616 mi
Last recorded264,616 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2006
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 307 D138,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF523 VCP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jul 2006 264,616 miles

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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F523 VCP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 307 D in Blue with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.1% with a typical mileage of 138,238 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 F523 VCP, 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 37 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 F523 VCP registered?

F523 VCP is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 3 January 1989.

Is F523 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F523 VCP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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