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J833 DYO

1991 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,642 mi
Last recorded147,642 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2008
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz 420125,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ833 DYO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2008 147,642 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 147,642 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 130,042 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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J833 DYO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J833 DYO, 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 J833 DYO registered?

J833 DYO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 11 December 1991.

Is J833 DYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J833 DYO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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