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F304 JTN

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

White Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,271 mi
Last recorded87,271 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

RegistrationF304 JTN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2026 87,271 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 87,228 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 87,057 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 87,011 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 86,823 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 86,485 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 86,345 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 85,331 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 83,330 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 81,920 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 81,620 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 81,148 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 79,594 miles

n/s/r tyre deteriorated

Pass 8 Jul 2013 76,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 75,718 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 75,373 miles

rear tyre walls cracking

Pass 21 May 2010 75,205 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 75,067 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 75,031 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 74,858 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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F304 JTN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in White with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F304 JTN, 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

How do I check the history of F304 JTN?

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What year was F304 JTN registered?

F304 JTN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 26 August 1988.

Is F304 JTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F304 JTN shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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