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71 JEJ

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

37,459 mi
Last recorded37,459 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration71 JEJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 37,459 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 35,839 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 33,589 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 31,242 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 30,824 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 30,824 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 29,838 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 29,392 miles

one steering wheel hub screw missing but wheel secure

Pass 10 Dec 2016 28,769 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 28,609 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 28,496 miles

rear silencer corroded

Pass 13 May 2014 28,491 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 28,488 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 28,485 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Jul 2011 28,418 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 28,249 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 27,991 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 27,570 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 27,569 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 27,195 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 26,554 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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71 JEJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 101,568 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 71 JEJ, 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 38 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 71 JEJ?

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What year was 71 JEJ registered?

71 JEJ is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 14 November 1988.

Is 71 JEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 71 JEJ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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