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VGM 266Y

1983 Mercedes-benz 307 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

348,753 mi
Last recorded348,753 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2006
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz 307 D171,126 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGM 266Y
MakeMercedes-benz
Model307 D
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2006 348,753 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 342,946 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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VGM 266Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 307 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz 307 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.2% with a typical mileage of 171,126 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 VGM 266Y, 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 43 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 VGM 266Y registered?

VGM 266Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 307 D, first registered on 22 April 1983.

Is VGM 266Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGM 266Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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