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RRG 68

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,337 mi
Last recorded68,337 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRG 68
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 68,337 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 68,316 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 67,955 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 67,864 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 67,808 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 67,650 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 67,599 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 67,287 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 66,697 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 66,697 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 65,438 miles

Oil leak

slight play in offside front rear subframe mounting bush

Pass 24 Jun 2008 64,449 miles

dampness around steering rack area

Pass 8 May 2007 51,936 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 51,928 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 May 2006 47,636 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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RRG 68 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RRG 68, 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

How do I check the history of RRG 68?

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What year was RRG 68 registered?

RRG 68 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 20 December 1988.

Is RRG 68 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRG 68 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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