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D21 TFR

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

69,958 mi
Last recorded69,958 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 TFR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2025 69,958 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 69,827 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 69,812 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 69,727 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 69,710 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 67,532 miles

steering damper slight leak of oil

Pass 28 Jul 2017 67,218 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 67,105 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 66,356 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 65,378 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 64,136 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 63,329 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 63,329 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2010 62,694 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 62,065 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 61,766 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 61,374 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 60,649 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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D21 TFR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 D21 TFR, 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 D21 TFR?

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What year was D21 TFR registered?

D21 TFR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 19 August 1986.

Is D21 TFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 TFR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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