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BLZ 2261

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

103,171 mi
Last recorded103,171 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLZ 2261
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 103,171 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 100,672 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 100,672 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 97,314 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 97,138 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 97,087 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 96,926 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2019 96,924 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2018 96,832 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 96,622 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 95,091 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 93,371 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN AND PERRISHING ON SHOULDERS.. REGULAR CHECKS REQUIRED..

Pass 18 Sep 2014 91,905 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 90,494 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 89,222 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

front headlamp wiper rubbers split

slight oil leak from rear diff area

Fail 1 Oct 2012 89,222 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

front headlamp wiper rubbers split

slight oil leak from rear diff area

Pass 28 Sep 2011 88,068 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 86,266 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak from rear differential

Pass 16 Oct 2009 84,194 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 23 Sep 2008 81,838 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 78,770 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 75,593 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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BLZ 2261 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 BLZ 2261, 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 BLZ 2261 registered?

BLZ 2261 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 21 November 1986.

Is BLZ 2261 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLZ 2261 shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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