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8 TCD

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,557 mi
Last recorded42,557 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 TCD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 42,557 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 41,606 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 41,362 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 40,848 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 40,423 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 40,401 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 40,311 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 40,136 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 39,959 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 39,694 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 39,556 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 39,496 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 39,275 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 39,064 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 38,653 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Fail 8 Jul 2009 38,638 miles

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2008 37,746 miles

Front subframe mounts have slight play in them

Fail 25 Apr 2008 37,746 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Front subframe mounts have slight play in them

Pass 13 Jul 2006 36,881 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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8 TCD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 8 TCD, 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

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What year was 8 TCD registered?

8 TCD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is 8 TCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8 TCD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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