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E111 WJC

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,695 mi
Last recorded166,695 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2007
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE111 WJC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2007 166,695 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 164,779 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside rear seat belt outter casing broken

Pass 9 Nov 2005 160,774 miles

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

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

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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E111 WJC is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E111 WJC, 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

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What year was E111 WJC registered?

E111 WJC is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 24 September 1987.

Is E111 WJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E111 WJC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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