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YFZ 2213

1998 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

92,856 mi
Last recorded92,856 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz 42089,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFZ 2213
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 92,856 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 92,106 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 92,098 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 90,174 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 89,676 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 88,372 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2021 88,337 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rear mounts broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 84,774 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 83,332 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 82,032 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 75,069 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 74,299 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 72,692 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 69,422 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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YFZ 2213 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 89,676 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 YFZ 2213, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YFZ 2213?

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What year was YFZ 2213 registered?

YFZ 2213 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is YFZ 2213 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFZ 2213 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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