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E225 RRP

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

129,199 mi
Last recorded129,199 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2010
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE225 RRP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2010 129,199 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

both rear tyres perished and tread depth low on inner edges

Pass 12 Oct 2009 128,467 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

rear tyres perishing

Pass 18 Sep 2008 125,817 miles

slight uneven tyre wear & slight perishing on tread

washers/wipers poor

Pass 2 Oct 2007 124,699 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 122,609 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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E225 RRP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E225 RRP, 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 E225 RRP?

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What year was E225 RRP registered?

E225 RRP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E225 RRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E225 RRP shows 5 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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