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D998 NCL

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

99,278 mi
Last recorded99,278 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD998 NCL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 99,278 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 99,269 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 99,016 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 99,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working All (3.4 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 98,941 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 98,217 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 98,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 97,835 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 97,835 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2016 97,277 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 97,277 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 96,756 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 96,740 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 96,617 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 96,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 95,409 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 94,918 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 94,070 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 92,760 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 91,470 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 90,595 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 89,390 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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D998 NCL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 D998 NCL, 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 D998 NCL registered?

D998 NCL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 17 October 1986.

Is D998 NCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D998 NCL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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