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E18 SGC

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

59,504 mi
Last recorded59,504 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE18 SGC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 59,504 miles

Central Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 59,350 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2025 59,350 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 59,072 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 58,867 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 58,867 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 58,803 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 58,638 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 58,605 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 58,200 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 58,198 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 58,091 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 58,086 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 57,994 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 57,789 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 57,787 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2008 57,328 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 54,644 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 50,308 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 46,252 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2005 46,252 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

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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E18 SGC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 E18 SGC, 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 E18 SGC?

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What year was E18 SGC registered?

E18 SGC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 10 March 1988.

Is E18 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E18 SGC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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