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D579 CFR

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

69,932 mi
Last recorded69,932 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD579 CFR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 69,932 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 69,812 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 69,662 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 69,295 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 69,137 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 68,649 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2020 68,306 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 68,004 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 68,002 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre edge ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 67,632 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 67,240 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 66,892 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 66,476 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 66,179 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 65,481 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 64,699 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 63,882 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 63,304 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 62,690 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 61,489 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 78,527 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 60,267 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 60,267 miles

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

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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D579 CFR is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 D579 CFR, 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 D579 CFR registered?

D579 CFR is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D579 CFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D579 CFR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D579 CFR have outstanding finance?

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