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D987 OBW

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

White Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,931 mi
Last recorded72,931 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD987 OBW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 72,931 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 72,799 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 72,678 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 72,481 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 72,311 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2021 72,311 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 72,146 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 71,949 miles

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

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

nearside washer blocked

Pass 27 Nov 2018 71,695 miles

offside front lower ball joint rubber boot deteriorating

Pass 16 Nov 2017 71,458 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 71,208 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 71,182 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside front inner sill area starting to corrode

Pass 16 Nov 2015 70,997 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 70,543 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 70,229 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 68,910 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 68,043 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 65,913 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 63,656 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 62,591 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 61,679 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 60,390 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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D987 OBW is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in White with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 D987 OBW, 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

How do I check the history of D987 OBW?

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What year was D987 OBW registered?

D987 OBW is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is D987 OBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D987 OBW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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