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D376 GCD

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

80,652 mi
Last recorded80,652 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD376 GCD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 80,652 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 80,511 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 80,352 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 79,994 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 79,270 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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))

Offside Windscreen wiper slightly smeary

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 28 Oct 2019 79,270 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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))

Offside Windscreen wiper slightly smeary

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 2 Nov 2018 79,086 miles

All coil springs have surface corrosion

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper slightly smeary

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 79,052 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 78,648 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 78,508 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 78,144 miles

Exhaust rusty

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 77,059 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 74,530 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 73,916 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 73,498 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 73,061 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 73,061 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 72,522 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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D376 GCD is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 100,068 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 D376 GCD, 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 39 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 D376 GCD registered?

D376 GCD is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D376 GCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D376 GCD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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