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YAU 265

1975 Mercedes-benz 420

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,439 mi
Last recorded97,439 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAU 265
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 97,439 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2023 97,439 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 97,423 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 96,888 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 95,909 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 95,748 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 95,328 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 95,008 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 93,857 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 93,461 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 93,453 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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YAU 265 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 420 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YAU 265, 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 51 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 YAU 265 registered?

YAU 265 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 24 June 1975.

Is YAU 265 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAU 265 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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