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E46 PFD

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,965 mi
Last recorded18,965 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE46 PFD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 18,965 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 18,913 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 18,886 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 18,356 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 18,356 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 17,845 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 17,008 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 16,914 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 16,895 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 16,834 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 16,467 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 16,463 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 16,443 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 15,944 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 15,699 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 15,487 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 15,152 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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E46 PFD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 E46 PFD, 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 E46 PFD?

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What year was E46 PFD registered?

E46 PFD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 11 February 1988.

Is E46 PFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E46 PFD shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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