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A19 CCH

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,150 mi
Last recorded130,150 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 CCH
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 130,150 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 129,590 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 129,556 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 125,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Nov 2009 125,649 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 120,146 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2008 120,145 miles

Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 114,809 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 112,314 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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A19 CCH is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 100,068 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 A19 CCH, 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 39 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 A19 CCH registered?

A19 CCH is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 6 August 1987.

Is A19 CCH safe to buy?

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