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F765 OUU

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

158,322 mi
Last recorded158,322 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF765 OUU
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 158,322 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 157,959 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 156,961 miles

Nearside Front both subframe bushes splitting and have slight movement.

Fail 15 Jul 2017 156,961 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber snapped (7.1.1)

Nearside Front both subframe bushes splitting and have slight movement.

Rear pads possibly low

Pass 22 Jun 2016 156,445 miles

Oil leak around transmission ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 155,134 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 133,861 miles

Nearside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 132,463 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 130,581 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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F765 OUU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F765 OUU, 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 F765 OUU registered?

F765 OUU is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F765 OUU safe to buy?

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