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L466 WGC

1998 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,345 mi
Last recorded116,345 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2006
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 42089,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL466 WGC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2006 116,345 miles

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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L466 WGC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 89,676 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 L466 WGC, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L466 WGC registered?

L466 WGC is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is L466 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L466 WGC shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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