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C935 PRB

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

70,388 mi
Last recorded70,388 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC935 PRB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 70,388 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 70,350 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 70,208 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 70,025 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 70,000 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 69,893 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 69,679 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 69,673 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 69,671 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 69,503 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 69,440 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 69,439 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 69,345 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 69,186 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 69,028 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 68,619 miles

some cracking to both rear tyres

some binding o/s front brake

Pass 19 Sep 2008 68,559 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 3 Sep 2007 68,435 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 68,200 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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C935 PRB is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 C935 PRB, 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 C935 PRB registered?

C935 PRB is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 14 May 1986.

Is C935 PRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C935 PRB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C935 PRB have outstanding finance?

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