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E406 PCW

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,651 mi
Last recorded85,651 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE406 PCW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 85,651 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 83,836 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 83,561 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 83,534 miles

Slight wear to front subframe/rear bushes.

Pass 24 Jun 2017 83,406 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 83,180 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 82,969 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 82,770 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 82,153 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 81,566 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 81,560 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 81,046 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 81,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 79,983 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 79,269 miles

Engine misfiring causing the hydrocarbons to be close to legal limit

Pass 19 Jun 2007 78,386 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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E406 PCW is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 E406 PCW, 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

How do I check the history of E406 PCW?

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What year was E406 PCW registered?

E406 PCW is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E406 PCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E406 PCW shows 16 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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