MOT Status
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145,781 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
intial wear n/s wiper
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?
Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.
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C855 RFE is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.
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 C855 RFE, 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.
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What year was C855 RFE registered?
C855 RFE is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 11 June 1986.
Is C855 RFE safe to buy?
The MOT history for C855 RFE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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