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J901 RCC

1992 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,155 mi
Last recorded117,155 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2009
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 420117,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ901 RCC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2009 117,155 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 109,217 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 104,450 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 104,450 miles

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 100,798 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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J901 RCC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 117,497 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 J901 RCC, 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 34 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 J901 RCC registered?

J901 RCC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 28 May 1992.

Is J901 RCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J901 RCC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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