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F943 NDX

1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D

White Diesel 2399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,282 mi
Last recorded91,282 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D178,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF943 NDX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,399cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 91,282 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under-Seal (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2025 91,282 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Under-Seal (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 91,231 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jan 2023 91,231 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Nov 2022 91,198 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced within 30cm of support (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 29 Oct 2021 85,577 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2021 85,577 miles

Windscreen washer not working run out of water (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 74,361 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 74,201 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 74,056 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material general (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 73,894 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 73,713 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 73,461 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 73,018 miles

rear out riggers starting to corrode

Pass 26 Sep 2013 72,686 miles

rear chassis outriggers starting to corrode

Pass 10 Oct 2012 72,471 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 72,027 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 70,638 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 70,638 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 69,704 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 69,315 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 68,238 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 68,238 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 67,365 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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F943 NDX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D in White with a 2,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F943 NDX, 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.

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What year was F943 NDX registered?

F943 NDX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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