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F284 EGC

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

111,835 mi
Last recorded111,835 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF284 EGC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 111,835 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 111,737 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 111,447 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 110,357 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 110,294 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 110,264 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 110,118 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 109,911 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 109,741 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 109,428 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 109,283 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Slight bind NSR brake

Pass 24 Jun 2015 109,087 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 108,091 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 107,103 miles

Slight oil leak rear axle

Pass 2 Jul 2012 106,579 miles

front wipers poor

fuel filler cap seal poor

slight oil leak from rear diff

Fail 2 Jul 2012 106,579 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front wipers poor

fuel filler cap seal poor

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 26 May 2011 105,794 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 105,032 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 103,163 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 97,739 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 92,797 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 89,374 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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F284 EGC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 F284 EGC, 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 F284 EGC registered?

F284 EGC is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 30 August 1988.

Is F284 EGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F284 EGC shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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