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E131 NUU

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Diesel 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,675 mi
Last recorded153,675 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2006
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE131 NUU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2006 153,675 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 153,167 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2005 153,167 miles

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

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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E131 NUU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E131 NUU, 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 E131 NUU?

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What year was E131 NUU registered?

E131 NUU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 15 March 1988.

Is E131 NUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E131 NUU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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