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XAZ 8080

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Gold Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,359 mi
Last recorded117,359 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAZ 8080
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 117,359 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Cannot assess condition of pads and discs all round due to wheel trims have advised presenter (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both front lower arm dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Body not fully secure corroded (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Door sill corroded (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Body not fully secure Arch corroded (6.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arms deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Age related corrosion under vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2010 116,455 miles

corrosion to os/f roll bar mount

o/s door sill corroded

o/s wheel arch rusted

o/s/f steel brake pipe rusted

Pass 26 Oct 2006 112,938 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 112,919 miles

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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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XAZ 8080 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Gold with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 100,068 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XAZ 8080, 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 39 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 XAZ 8080 registered?

XAZ 8080 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 14 October 1987.

Is XAZ 8080 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAZ 8080 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.

Does XAZ 8080 have outstanding finance?

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