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C514 UPL

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

White Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,097 mi
Last recorded57,097 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC514 UPL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 57,097 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 56,922 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 56,637 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 56,333 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 56,076 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 55,826 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 55,826 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 55,559 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 55,461 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 55,461 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 55,034 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 54,634 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 54,300 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 53,807 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 53,807 miles

Offside Outer Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 53,285 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 52,516 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 52,290 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 52,025 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 52,021 miles

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 51,767 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 51,521 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 51,201 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2006 50,641 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 50,641 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2005 50,256 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2005 50,252 miles

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

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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C514 UPL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in White with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 C514 UPL, 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 C514 UPL?

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What year was C514 UPL registered?

C514 UPL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 23 June 1986.

Is C514 UPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C514 UPL shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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