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E994 VOP

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

126,044 mi
Last recorded126,044 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE994 VOP
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 126,044 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 125,213 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 123,325 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff is leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rear tyres started to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 118,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2022 118,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 117,144 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 117,050 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 116,517 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 115,076 miles

all tyres perished/cracking

Pass 10 May 2017 114,498 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all 4 tyres cracking due to age

exhaust mounting u bolts missing on front pipes

Pass 9 May 2016 114,310 miles

Nearside Rear tyre side walls cracked

Offside Rear tyre side walls cracked

exhaust front pipes (u bolts missing from mounting

Pass 27 Feb 2015 113,250 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 112,282 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 112,282 miles

Offside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 109,901 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 107,922 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 106,810 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 105,286 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 102,951 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 102,352 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 99,419 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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E994 VOP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 E994 VOP, 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

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What year was E994 VOP registered?

E994 VOP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E994 VOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for E994 VOP shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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