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AML 456T

1979 Mercedes-benz 420

Gold Petrol 6890cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,922 mi
Last recorded57,922 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 420102,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAML 456T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,890cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 57,922 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 57,818 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 57,748 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 57,693 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 57,637 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 57,580 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 57,473 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 57,395 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 57,225 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 57,107 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 56,818 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 55,609 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 53,357 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 50,774 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 48,273 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 45,677 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 44,266 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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AML 456T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 420 in Gold with a 6,890cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 AML 456T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AML 456T?

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What year was AML 456T registered?

AML 456T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 21 May 1979.

Is AML 456T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AML 456T shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AML 456T have outstanding finance?

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