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KTA 584V

1980 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

114,815 mi
Last recorded114,815 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz 420104,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTA 584V
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 114,815 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 114,398 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 114,386 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Hazard warning switch faulty Not flashing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 113,840 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 113,606 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 113,606 miles

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 113,203 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 113,194 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

fuel pipes corroded.

n/s/f brake pipe corroded.

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

both front antiroll bushes cracked.

both front coil springs corroded.

both rear brake pipes pitted.

both rear coil springs corroded.

front shockers corroded.

o/s/f inner wing starting to show signs of corrosion.

rear axle bushes cracked.

rear chassis starting to show signs of corrosion.

shocker bushes cracked.

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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KTA 584V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 KTA 584V, 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 KTA 584V registered?

KTA 584V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 20 March 1980.

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The MOT history for KTA 584V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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