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K175 YJT

1992 Mercedes-benz 420

Brown Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

205,076 mi
Last recorded205,076 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2010
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz 420117,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK175 YJT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1992
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2010 205,076 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2009 202,247 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2009 202,247 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 193,581 miles

Crack on O/S headlamp

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle condition is very rusty

Pass 25 Jul 2007 176,852 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S/F Headlamp is cracked but dose not affect the aim

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2007 176,852 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S/F Headlamp is cracked but dose not affect the aim

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2006 161,783 miles

Front registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

brake fluid contaminated

Pass 25 Jul 2006 161,783 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

brake fluid contaminated

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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K175 YJT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 420 in Brown with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 K175 YJT, 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 K175 YJT registered?

K175 YJT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K175 YJT safe to buy?

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