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DSV 952

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,916 mi
Last recorded72,916 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSV 952
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 72,916 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 72,781 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 72,753 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2023 72,274 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 71,980 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 70,456 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 69,677 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 69,076 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 67,773 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front and rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2016 66,320 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 65,541 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 64,589 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 63,844 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front tyres slightly cracked and perished

Fail 14 Mar 2013 63,844 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front tyres slightly cracked and perished

Pass 5 Mar 2013 63,824 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 63,001 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 62,216 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 60,673 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 59,663 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 58,505 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 56,699 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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DSV 952 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DSV 952, 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 DSV 952?

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What year was DSV 952 registered?

DSV 952 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 June 1987.

Is DSV 952 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSV 952 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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