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RIL 3734

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,762 mi
Last recorded101,762 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2009
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIL 3734
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2009 101,762 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake lamps slightly dull

Fail 14 Jul 2009 101,739 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

brake lamps slightly dull

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2007 98,923 miles

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

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

offside headlamp glass damaged

Pass 16 May 2006 92,434 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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RIL 3734 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 107,080 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 RIL 3734, 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 40 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 RIL 3734 registered?

RIL 3734 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 18 August 1986.

Is RIL 3734 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIL 3734 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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