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F611 GSS

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,563 mi
Last recorded133,563 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF611 GSS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 133,563 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear (6.1.A.1)

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 27 Jul 2016 133,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear (6.1.A.1)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2015 131,721 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front to rear fuel pies corroding. front and rear subframe bushes soft.

Pass 7 Jul 2014 129,676 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight oil leaks at engine area.both front tyres worn on inner edges.rear subframe mounts soft.front to rear fuel pipes corroding. offside front chassis leg corroding.

Pass 1 Jul 2013 127,733 miles

oil leak at engine area.power steering pipes corroding.

Pass 2 Jul 2012 126,241 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

rear axle mounts soft.oil leaks at engine and gearbox.slight wear at steering box.

Pass 16 Jul 2011 124,804 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 124,161 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front indicator lense cracked.front tyres feathered.front to rear fuel pipes corroding.

Pass 8 Jul 2009 122,279 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 117,906 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 113,650 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 113,650 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 112,660 miles

front exhaust heatsheild insecure

headlamp patterns poor

rear exhaust section corroded

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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F611 GSS is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F611 GSS, 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.

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What year was F611 GSS registered?

F611 GSS is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 20 October 1988.

Is F611 GSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for F611 GSS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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