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D895 KME

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,143 mi
Last recorded84,143 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD895 KME
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 84,143 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 84,040 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 81,941 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 79,440 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 78,021 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 75,966 miles
Fail 18 May 2021 75,962 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2020 74,262 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 74,081 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 73,210 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 73,187 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 73,126 miles

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

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

Slight leak from diff Brake fluid slightly low and slightly dark Both front wipers show signs of age Front no.plate slightly cracked

Pass 6 Mar 2006 72,738 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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D895 KME is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 D895 KME, 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 D895 KME registered?

D895 KME is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 16 March 1987.

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The MOT history for D895 KME shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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