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H390 XUM

1991 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

90,961 mi
Last recorded90,961 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 420125,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH390 XUM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 90,961 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2026 90,961 miles

Exhaust system insecure Both rear + offside center mount rubbers split (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 90,886 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 90,788 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 90,778 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Fuel system component leaking pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 90,753 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jan 2018 90,715 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 90,366 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 87,499 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 85,638 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 85,004 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 81,253 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 79,589 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 79,516 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 78,560 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 78,172 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 77,321 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 75,781 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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H390 XUM is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 125,557 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 H390 XUM, 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 35 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 H390 XUM registered?

H390 XUM is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H390 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H390 XUM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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