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F38 XWR

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

44,605 mi
Last recorded44,605 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF38 XWR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 44,605 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 44,594 miles

Underside of vehicle wax oiled/tar

Pass 6 Sep 2021 44,552 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside of the vehicle wax oiled/tar

Pass 4 Sep 2020 44,507 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 44,414 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 44,372 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2018 44,372 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 44,360 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 44,341 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 44,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 44,319 miles

light misting of oil around pump

underside of the vehicle wax oiled.

Pass 3 Jun 2009 44,195 miles

All 4 tyres perished.

Pass 3 May 2008 44,005 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 43,732 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 43,613 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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F38 XWR is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 F38 XWR, 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 F38 XWR?

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What year was F38 XWR registered?

F38 XWR is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F38 XWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F38 XWR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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