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JIB 4572

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

56,901 mi
Last recorded56,901 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIB 4572
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 56,901 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

general under body corrosion

Pass 27 Jan 2025 56,743 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2024 56,260 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 55,972 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 55,912 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 55,292 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 55,063 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 54,813 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 53,909 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 53,738 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 53,474 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2013 52,274 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 52,274 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Feb 2012 47,970 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 47,970 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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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JIB 4572 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 107,080 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 JIB 4572, 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 40 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 JIB 4572 registered?

JIB 4572 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is JIB 4572 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIB 4572 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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