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E900 OWX

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

97,229 mi
Last recorded97,229 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE900 OWX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 97,229 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 96,894 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 96,579 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 95,625 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 94,435 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 94,435 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 91,609 miles

Rear both rear tyres cracks close to sidewall and tread

Pass 24 Feb 2016 90,234 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 87,215 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 79,820 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 79,820 miles

Centre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 May 2011 79,535 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 79,535 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 79,249 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 78,899 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 77,720 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 77,718 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 76,481 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 76,481 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 74,837 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 74,837 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 72,633 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 72,633 miles

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

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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E900 OWX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 E900 OWX, 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 E900 OWX?

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What year was E900 OWX registered?

E900 OWX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E900 OWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E900 OWX shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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