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E869 AHL

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Cream Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,581 mi
Last recorded62,581 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE869 AHL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 62,581 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 61,795 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 61,067 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 60,943 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 60,345 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 59,691 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 58,940 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 57,850 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 57,182 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 55,534 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 54,569 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 53,234 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 51,464 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 49,826 miles

o/s exhaust flange joint cracked

Pass 1 Aug 2007 48,648 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 47,055 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 43,791 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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E869 AHL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Cream with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E869 AHL, 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 E869 AHL?

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What year was E869 AHL registered?

E869 AHL is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E869 AHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E869 AHL shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E869 AHL have outstanding finance?

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