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E458 KSX

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

White Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,689 mi
Last recorded111,689 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE458 KSX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 111,689 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 111,180 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 111,177 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 109,482 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2023 109,477 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 109,215 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 22 Jul 2022 109,215 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 109,199 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front tyres beginning to wear on edges

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 128,249 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 106,415 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 99,192 miles

Offside floor damaged

Prop bush deteriorating

Pass 3 Feb 2018 95,975 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 95,975 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2017 95,974 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 91,869 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 91,298 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 88,774 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 88,774 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 84,031 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 81,858 miles

Both sides...front wheel bearings slightly noisey / rough when rotated.

Fail 13 Jun 2012 81,858 miles

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

Both sides...front wheel bearings slightly noisey / rough when rotated.

Pass 17 Jun 2011 80,200 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 75,630 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 73,918 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 68,159 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 63,782 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 62,795 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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E458 KSX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in White with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E458 KSX, 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 E458 KSX registered?

E458 KSX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 25 November 1987.

Is E458 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E458 KSX shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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