MOT Status
ValidMileage
53,815 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
exhaust rear silencer corroded (holes)
front subframe bushes weak/worn
nearside front trackrod end ball joint - dust cover deteriorated/split
offside rear parking brake weak
slight play/movement in steering joints
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
exhaust rear silencer corroded (holes)
nearside front trackrod end ball joint- dust cover deteriorated/split
rear brake discs corroded/worn/scored
slight play in steering joints
nearside front trackrod end ball joint - dust cover deteriorated/split
offside rear brake binding slightly - (requires attention)
rear brake discs corroded/scored
Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front lens broken
Rear Exhaust poor condition
Nearside Front indicator lens broke
Rear exhaust box poor condition
rear silencer deteriorated but not blowing
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
rear silencer deteriorated but not blowing
rear silencer deteriorated but not blowing
Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?
Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F938 JHA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 104,245 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 F938 JHA, 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 37 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 F938 JHA?
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What year was F938 JHA registered?
F938 JHA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 17 May 1989.
Is F938 JHA safe to buy?
The MOT history for F938 JHA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F938 JHA have outstanding finance?
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