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382 JHK

1990 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

137,741 mi
Last recorded137,741 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 420133,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration382 JHK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 137,741 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2024 134,131 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 131,957 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 129,754 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 126,180 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 126,142 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 125,888 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 121,506 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 116,704 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise movement in steering jounts

advise o/s n/s front coil spring mountings corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2013 116,698 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise movement in steering jounts

advise o/s n/s front coil spring mountings corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2012 114,991 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 113,883 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 112,417 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 110,446 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 109,626 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 108,536 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 106,382 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?

Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
809
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
2,343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 577
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 565
brake binding 530
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 479
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382 JHK is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 133,525 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 420 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 647 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 382 JHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 420 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 382 JHK?

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What year was 382 JHK registered?

382 JHK is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is 382 JHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 382 JHK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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