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D62 UGF

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

82,780 mi
Last recorded82,780 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD62 UGF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 82,780 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2025 81,456 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 78,715 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 77,395 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 75,947 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 73,760 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 72,877 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 72,073 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 71,677 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 69,583 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,253 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 66,268 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 66,268 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 May 2014 64,693 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 64,029 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 63,343 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 62,413 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 61,322 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 59,368 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 57,532 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 55,836 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 54,022 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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D62 UGF is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 D62 UGF, 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 D62 UGF registered?

D62 UGF is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D62 UGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D62 UGF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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