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SAL 19

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,611 mi
Last recorded65,611 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAL 19
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 65,611 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 65,124 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 64,789 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 64,722 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 64,719 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 64,175 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 63,810 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 63,736 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 62,639 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 62,340 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

exhaust leak

Pass 26 Oct 2013 62,273 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Oct 2012 62,071 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

slight play in steering system

Pass 19 Oct 2011 61,712 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 60,696 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 59,641 miles

offside front brake caliper binding

Pass 8 May 2008 58,176 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 56,758 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 54,805 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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SAL 19 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 107,080 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 SAL 19, 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

How do I check the history of SAL 19?

You can check the full history of SAL 19 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SAL 19 registered?

SAL 19 is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is SAL 19 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAL 19 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAL 19 have outstanding finance?

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