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H808 DFD

1990 Mercedes-benz 420

White Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,485 mi
Last recorded70,485 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 420133,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH808 DFD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2024 70,485 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 70,462 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 70,455 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 70,454 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 70,450 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 70,448 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 70,446 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 70,443 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 70,435 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 70,366 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 69,828 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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H808 DFD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 in White with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H808 DFD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H808 DFD registered?

H808 DFD is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 18 October 1990.

Is H808 DFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for H808 DFD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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