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C81 HMD

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

91,980 mi
Last recorded91,980 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC81 HMD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 91,980 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 91,718 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 90,792 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 89,947 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 88,976 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 87,380 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 86,977 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 86,027 miles

HYDRO CARBON READING HIGH BUT WITHIN LIMITS

Pass 2 Jul 2018 84,487 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 82,318 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 80,219 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 80,219 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 80,187 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 80,147 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 79,947 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 79,327 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 78,988 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 78,369 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 77,574 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 76,886 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 76,364 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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C81 HMD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 C81 HMD, 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 C81 HMD registered?

C81 HMD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 6 March 1986.

Is C81 HMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C81 HMD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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