CarVerify

Free Car Check

C20 LEF

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4200cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,723 mi
Last recorded126,723 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 LEF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 126,723 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 126,043 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 124,823 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 123,825 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 121,335 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 118,442 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 118,137 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 117,705 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 117,196 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 116,781 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 116,049 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 113,691 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 113,579 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 113,427 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 113,270 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 113,087 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 112,699 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 112,489 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 112,148 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 110,372 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 107,892 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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
Full Mercedes-benz 420 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C20 LEF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C20 LEF, 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

How do I check the history of C20 LEF?

You can check the full history of C20 LEF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C20 LEF registered?

C20 LEF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 19 June 1986.

Is C20 LEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 LEF shows 21 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 C20 LEF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C20 LEF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.