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E361 NUL

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,283 mi
Last recorded115,283 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE361 NUL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 115,283 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 114,559 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 113,213 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 110,673 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 108,120 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 107,381 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2012 107,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 106,584 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 106,572 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 103,350 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2007 94,703 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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E361 NUL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 E361 NUL, 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.

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What year was E361 NUL registered?

E361 NUL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 25 September 1987.

Is E361 NUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E361 NUL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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