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J247 XAA

1991 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

121,835 mi
Last recorded121,835 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 420125,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ247 XAA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 121,835 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 121,705 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 121,447 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 120,712 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2020 120,115 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 119,376 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 117,226 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 116,381 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

exhaust in poor condition

Pass 18 Nov 2015 115,497 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 114,528 miles

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

nearside front exhaust bracket insecure

Pass 20 Nov 2013 113,339 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear tyres wearing low

Pass 19 Nov 2012 112,009 miles

Exhaust in very poor condition.

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

Fail 16 Nov 2012 112,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust in very poor condition.

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 110,608 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Nov 2011 110,608 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 109,485 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Nov 2009 108,957 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 108,957 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front and offside rear tyres wearing low on edges ;

Pass 19 Nov 2008 108,127 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 106,835 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 105,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

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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J247 XAA is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J247 XAA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J247 XAA registered?

J247 XAA is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 7 November 1991.

Is J247 XAA safe to buy?

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