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D655 DPF

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,651 mi
Last recorded63,651 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD655 DPF
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 63,651 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2021 63,341 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 63,061 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 62,821 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 62,577 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 62,308 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 61,988 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 61,285 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 58,646 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 58,334 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 58,236 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 58,236 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 58,141 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 57,991 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 57,750 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 56,098 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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D655 DPF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 107,080 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 D655 DPF, 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 40 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 D655 DPF registered?

D655 DPF is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 14 August 1986.

Is D655 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D655 DPF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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