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828 VYA

1979 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

156,708 mi
Last recorded156,708 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2009
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 420102,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration828 VYA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2009 156,708 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 156,628 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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828 VYA is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 102,497 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 828 VYA, 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 47 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 828 VYA registered?

828 VYA is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is 828 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 828 VYA 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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