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C452 EUV

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

98,633 mi
Last recorded98,633 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC452 EUV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 98,633 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 98,583 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 98,551 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 98,541 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 98,470 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 98,317 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 98,283 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 98,247 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 98,093 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 98,018 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 97,680 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 96,980 miles

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

battery insecure

Fail 10 Jul 2012 96,980 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

battery insecure

Pass 4 Aug 2011 96,644 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 96,134 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 96,134 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 95,234 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 94,779 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 94,494 miles

same advisories as VT32 issued with VT30 on 03/09/2007

Fail 3 Sep 2007 94,489 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 93,765 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 93,392 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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C452 EUV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red 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 C452 EUV, 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 C452 EUV?

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What year was C452 EUV registered?

C452 EUV is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 7 April 1986.

Is C452 EUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C452 EUV 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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