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JMA 235K

1972 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,820 mi
Last recorded71,820 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMA 235K
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2009 71,820 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 71,810 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 71,812 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 71,812 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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JMA 235K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JMA 235K, 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 54 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JMA 235K registered?

JMA 235K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is JMA 235K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMA 235K shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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