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D772 MYD

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Gold Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

81,302 mi
Last recorded81,302 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD772 MYD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 81,302 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 78,117 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 78,117 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 77,993 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 77,572 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 77,248 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 77,248 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 76,796 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 76,015 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 76,013 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 75,727 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 75,411 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 75,187 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 74,869 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 73,675 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 17 Nov 2014 73,675 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 72,351 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 71,601 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

exhaust system becoming corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2011 70,982 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 69,776 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 68,949 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front wheel bearings becoming rough

Pass 7 Nov 2008 68,103 miles

nearside rear brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

offside front and nearside brake hose ferrules slightly corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2007 66,813 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 65,269 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 64,265 miles

front brake pads getting very low

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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D772 MYD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Gold with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 D772 MYD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D772 MYD registered?

D772 MYD is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 25 November 1986.

Is D772 MYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D772 MYD shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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