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JWJ 541W

1980 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,105 mi
Last recorded46,105 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2014
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 420104,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWJ 541W
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2014 46,105 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 46,092 miles

Centre 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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JWJ 541W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 104,450 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 JWJ 541W, 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 46 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 JWJ 541W registered?

JWJ 541W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 21 October 1980.

Is JWJ 541W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWJ 541W shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JWJ 541W have outstanding finance?

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