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A9 UKP

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Cream Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,235 mi
Last recorded80,235 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 UKP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 80,235 miles

car completely undersealed

Pass 18 Aug 2025 80,129 miles

car completely undersealed

Pass 21 Aug 2024 79,302 miles

Underside of vehicle and components are fairly rusty

Pass 1 Sep 2023 77,710 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X 2 front to rear ‘rear sections’ (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2023 77,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X 2 front to rear ‘rear sections’ (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 75,829 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2021 75,501 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 73,828 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (nearside pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 71,996 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2018 70,163 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2017 67,764 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 65,282 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 62,463 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 60,272 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 58,256 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 56,868 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 54,647 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 51,194 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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A9 UKP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Cream with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 107,080 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 A9 UKP, 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 40 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 A9 UKP registered?

A9 UKP is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is A9 UKP safe to buy?

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