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VBB 7

1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D

White Diesel 2404cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

30,201 mi
Last recorded30,201 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D95,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBB 7
MakeMercedes-benz
Model207 D
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,404cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 30,201 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 30,174 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 29,745 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 29,303 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 28,823 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 28,615 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 28,343 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 27,536 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 26,697 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 26,516 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 25,723 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 25,723 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 25,698 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 25,260 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 23,935 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 22,755 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 21,756 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 21,170 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 20,085 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Jun 2006 18,441 miles

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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VBB 7 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D in White with a 2,404cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 95,775 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 VBB 7, 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 39 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 VBB 7 registered?

VBB 7 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 207 D, first registered on 19 March 1987.

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