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A437 JGW

1983 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,075 mi
Last recorded129,075 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA437 JGW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2006 129,075 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2005 128,955 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

power steering does not stay central

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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A437 JGW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A437 JGW, 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 43 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 A437 JGW registered?

A437 JGW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 10 August 1983.

Is A437 JGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A437 JGW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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