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H616 AME

1990 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

110,732 mi
Last recorded110,732 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 420133,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH616 AME
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 110,732 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 May 2021 110,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2020 110,691 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 110,677 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 110,650 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 110,650 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 109,801 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 109,794 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 105,805 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2007 103,012 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 94,754 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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H616 AME is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 133,525 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 H616 AME, 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 36 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 H616 AME registered?

H616 AME is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 14 September 1990.

Is H616 AME safe to buy?

The MOT history for H616 AME shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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