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L486 FVU

1994 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

300,863 mi
Last recorded300,863 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL486 FVU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2006 300,863 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 300,863 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Sep 2006 300,562 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 275,145 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 275,133 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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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L486 FVU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 L486 FVU, 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 32 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 L486 FVU registered?

L486 FVU is a 1994 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 5 April 1994.

Is L486 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L486 FVU shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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