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NFC 714W

1981 Mercedes-benz 307 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,481 mi
Last recorded176,481 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2007
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz 307 D50,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFC 714W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2007 176,481 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 176,016 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2006 175,986 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

both sides rear cab above chassis rail corroded

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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NFC 714W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 307 D 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 1981 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 50,998 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 307 D fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 455 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NFC 714W, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz 307 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NFC 714W?

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What year was NFC 714W registered?

NFC 714W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is NFC 714W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFC 714W 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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