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OSK 825

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,274 mi
Last recorded73,274 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSK 825
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 73,274 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 72,634 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 72,406 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 72,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 72,049 miles

both front tyre side walls perished

Pass 30 May 2017 71,718 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 70,770 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 70,305 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 69,713 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Jun 2013 69,677 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 69,142 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 68,302 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 65,957 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 64,602 miles

Offside Front Torsion bar attachment bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.E.4c)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 61,298 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 61,288 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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OSK 825 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 101,568 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 OSK 825, 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 38 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 OSK 825 registered?

OSK 825 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is OSK 825 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSK 825 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OSK 825 have outstanding finance?

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