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E53 DNB

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

White Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

69,885 mi
Last recorded69,885 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE53 DNB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 69,885 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 69,798 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 69,353 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 69,353 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 69,297 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 69,130 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 68,777 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 68,621 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 68,449 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 68,449 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 68,114 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 65,739 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2005 65,737 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

nearside and offside rear subframe rubbers coated in oil on front subframe.

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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E53 DNB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in White with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 E53 DNB, 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 E53 DNB?

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What year was E53 DNB registered?

E53 DNB is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 9 May 1988.

Is E53 DNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E53 DNB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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