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D39 BPJ

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

White Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

58,245 mi
Last recorded58,245 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD39 BPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2020 58,245 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 58,244 miles

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

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

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

headlight wash jet permanently working when head lights on

Pass 2 Dec 2017 58,205 miles

Steering box deformed but serviceable sum play in steering box (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 1 Dec 2017 58,205 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective washer pump runs all the time (1.7.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering box deformed but serviceable sum play in steering box (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 3 Nov 2017 58,179 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump runs (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 58,147 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 58,147 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 58,112 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 58,086 miles

Offside front tyre perished on sidewalls

Oil leaks from engine and transmission

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 15 Nov 2013 57,954 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 57,296 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 57,296 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2010 56,520 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 56,277 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2008 56,276 miles

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 56,233 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 56,231 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 55,909 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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D39 BPJ is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in White with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D39 BPJ, 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.

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What year was D39 BPJ registered?

D39 BPJ is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 6 May 1987.

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The MOT history for D39 BPJ shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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