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ETH 232V

1979 Mercedes-benz 420

Brown Petrol 5999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,792 mi
Last recorded60,792 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2009
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz 420102,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETH 232V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2009 60,792 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 60,641 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 60,612 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 60,607 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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ETH 232V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 420 in Brown with a 5,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 102,497 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 ETH 232V, 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 47 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 ETH 232V?

You can check the full history of ETH 232V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ETH 232V registered?

ETH 232V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 2 October 1979.

Is ETH 232V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETH 232V shows 4 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 ETH 232V have outstanding finance?

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