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DBZ 9019

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,657 mi
Last recorded34,657 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBZ 9019
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 34,657 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 34,594 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 34,508 miles

Nearside HANDBRAKE NEEDS ADJUSTMENT

Pass 23 Jun 2023 34,470 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 34,352 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 34,351 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 34,296 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 34,279 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 34,243 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 34,218 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 34,124 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 33,862 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both wipers worn

Pass 27 Feb 2010 33,719 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 33,628 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both wipers slightly worn

Pass 16 Feb 2008 33,433 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 32,018 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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DBZ 9019 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 101,568 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 DBZ 9019, 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 38 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 DBZ 9019?

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What year was DBZ 9019 registered?

DBZ 9019 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 7 January 1988.

Is DBZ 9019 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBZ 9019 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DBZ 9019 have outstanding finance?

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