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F120 HGY

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,644 mi
Last recorded123,644 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF120 HGY
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 123,644 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 123,614 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2008
Pass 14 Jul 2007 116,392 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 113,341 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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F120 HGY is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F120 HGY, 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 F120 HGY registered?

F120 HGY is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F120 HGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F120 HGY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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