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D251 ALR

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,770 mi
Last recorded45,770 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2011
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD251 ALR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2011 45,770 miles

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

rear brake disc worn

Pass 6 Oct 2010 44,607 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 43,456 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 42,281 miles

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)

engine tappet noisy

steering idler arm slight play in bush

Fail 7 Oct 2008

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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)

engine tappet noisy

steering idler arm slight play in bush

Pass 4 Oct 2007 41,034 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 39,722 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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D251 ALR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 D251 ALR, 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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How do I check the history of D251 ALR?

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What year was D251 ALR registered?

D251 ALR is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 24 October 1986.

Is D251 ALR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D251 ALR shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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