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D710 ENV

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

196,608 mi
Last recorded196,608 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD710 ENV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 196,608 miles

Body has slight corrosion all under vehicle and components (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion arches (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front slight brake bind

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

coil spring corroded all 4 (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 196,577 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings around anti roll bar mount (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings around subframe rear mount (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fuel pipe corroded near filter

drivers washer jet poor operation

Pass 12 Feb 2009 193,050 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 183,953 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 183,953 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 173,092 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 165,027 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 165,027 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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D710 ENV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 D710 ENV, 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 D710 ENV registered?

D710 ENV is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 February 1987.

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