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E281 JJN

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

78,350 mi
Last recorded78,350 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE281 JJN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 78,350 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 78,321 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 78,321 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 78,203 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 78,089 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 77,633 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 77,138 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 76,733 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 76,396 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 76,046 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 75,797 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 75,362 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 75,066 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 74,495 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 73,916 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 73,550 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 73,133 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 72,710 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 72,710 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 71,090 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 70,777 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 70,777 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 70,154 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 69,424 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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E281 JJN is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E281 JJN, 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 E281 JJN registered?

E281 JJN is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 28 August 1987.

Is E281 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E281 JJN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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