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F431 DSM

2001 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,205 mi
Last recorded115,205 miles
Recorded on22 May 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF431 DSM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 May 2007 115,205 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 23 May 2006 110,802 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nail in tyre

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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F431 DSM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F431 DSM, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of F431 DSM?

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What year was F431 DSM registered?

F431 DSM is a 2001 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is F431 DSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F431 DSM shows 2 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 F431 DSM have outstanding finance?

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