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JJN 185Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

116,870 mi
Last recorded116,870 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D100,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJN 185Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2023 116,870 miles

n/s front chassis showing signs of corrosion.

o/s front brakes binding slightly.

Pass 8 Aug 2019 116,832 miles

offside and nearside front inner arches corroded not yet within prescribed areas

Pass 3 Aug 2018 116,800 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 116,771 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 115,130 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 115,074 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 114,489 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 113,301 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 112,282 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 110,432 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 107,632 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

slight play in offside front wheel bearing.

Pass 30 Sep 2008 107,125 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 106,844 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 106,838 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 106,558 miles

Nearside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear reflector faded in colour (1.5.1d)

both rear steady legs mountings insecure

Pass 6 Feb 2006 105,534 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

bonnet struts defective

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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JJN 185Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 100,728 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JJN 185Y, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz 207 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JJN 185Y registered?

JJN 185Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 5 May 1983.

Is JJN 185Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJN 185Y shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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