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BKZ 420

1991 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,836 mi
Last recorded55,836 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 420125,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKZ 420
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 55,836 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 53,901 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 52,417 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 50,796 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 47,758 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 43,613 miles

crack in windscreen

Pass 31 Oct 2019 40,763 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 40,246 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 39,000 miles

fuel cap sealing washer perishing / slight cracking around edge

Pass 18 Dec 2009 35,964 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside front brake binding

surface corrosion to fuel pipes at fuel pump

surface corrosion to offside rear and nearside rear brake hose ferrules

Pass 17 Feb 2006 35,919 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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BKZ 420 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 125,557 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 BKZ 420, 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 35 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 BKZ 420?

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What year was BKZ 420 registered?

BKZ 420 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 5 April 1991.

Is BKZ 420 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKZ 420 shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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