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BRX 542T

2002 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,029 mi
Last recorded123,029 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRX 542T
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2008 123,029 miles

signes of car has been standing for a long time genarally rusty in places some structure points weak

Fail 23 May 2008 123,017 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2006 122,326 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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BRX 542T is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BRX 542T, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BRX 542T registered?

BRX 542T is a 2002 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is BRX 542T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRX 542T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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