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E108 KHK

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

192,773 mi
Last recorded192,773 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE108 KHK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 192,773 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 192,495 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 192,334 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 191,436 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 187,824 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 4 Mar 2016 187,824 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 185,696 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 184,495 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 183,595 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 176,095 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 176,054 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 176,007 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 174,893 miles

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

slight corrosion on front offside track control arm chassis mounting [rear]

Fail 2 Aug 2006 174,893 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

slight corrosion on front offside track control arm chassis mounting [rear]

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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E108 KHK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 E108 KHK, 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 E108 KHK?

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What year was E108 KHK registered?

E108 KHK is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 15 July 1988.

Is E108 KHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E108 KHK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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