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D663 SGG

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

238,608 mi
Last recorded238,608 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD663 SGG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2017 238,608 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti-roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

blue smoke from exhaust

the under side this vehicle is in an advanced state of corrosion and is not roadworthy at time of test

Pass 2 Feb 2016 237,678 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 237,678 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 236,934 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 236,934 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 236,440 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2014 236,440 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 235,251 miles

slight play in nearside rear suspension arm outer mount

Pass 31 Jan 2012 235,159 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 233,215 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 231,254 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 May 2009 229,078 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 229,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 23 Apr 2008 226,311 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 226,311 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 223,031 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 217,722 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 217,722 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

slight free play o/s/rear wheel

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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D663 SGG is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Grey 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 D663 SGG, 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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D663 SGG is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 30 March 1987.

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