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D40 GEA

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

101,353 mi
Last recorded101,353 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD40 GEA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 101,353 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 100,075 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 100,075 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 99,585 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 99,573 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 99,010 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 99,010 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 98,220 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 98,136 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 98,134 miles

Nearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2018 97,913 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Jul 2018 97,913 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2015 96,587 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 96,309 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 96,309 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 95,728 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2013 95,728 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 May 2012 95,031 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 95,028 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 94,260 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 90,813 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 90,813 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 May 2009 87,952 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 85,029 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 77,797 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 77,795 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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D40 GEA is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 D40 GEA, 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 D40 GEA registered?

D40 GEA is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D40 GEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D40 GEA shows 26 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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