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F874 RNV

1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

253,596 mi
Last recorded253,596 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2008
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D104,791 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF874 RNV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2008 253,596 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

condition of front brake discs

front door steps corroded

nearside rear indicator lens cracked

offside front indicator lens cracked

sliding door sticking some times

vehicle parked up some time

Fail 19 Dec 2007 253,596 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 31 Oct 2007 253,593 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front door steps corroded

nearside front indicator lens brocken

Pass 1 Nov 2006 253,019 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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F874 RNV is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F874 RNV, 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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What year was F874 RNV registered?

F874 RNV is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 4 August 1988.

Is F874 RNV safe to buy?

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