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R411 EOX

1999 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

93,578 mi
Last recorded93,578 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR411 EOX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 93,578 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 93,569 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 92,461 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 90,854 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 88,938 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 88,938 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 88,808 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 88,339 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 87,261 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 83,644 miles

Nearside Front Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 78,755 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 75,347 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 72,126 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 67,902 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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R411 EOX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R411 EOX, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R411 EOX?

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What year was R411 EOX registered?

R411 EOX is a 1999 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 28 February 1999.

Is R411 EOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R411 EOX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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