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F836 UFU

1989 Mercedes 307

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,708 mi
Last recorded181,708 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2007
Typical for 1989 Mercedes 307123,132 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF836 UFU
MakeMercedes
Model307
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2007 181,708 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 181,013 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 181,013 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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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F836 UFU is a 1989 Mercedes 307 in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes 307 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 123,132 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 307 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F836 UFU, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F836 UFU registered?

F836 UFU is a 1989 Mercedes 307, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F836 UFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F836 UFU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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