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YH57 ECC

2007 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Diesel 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

110,229 mi
Last recorded110,229 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz 42085,066 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH57 ECC
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 110,229 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 108,204 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 104,421 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 104,421 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 100,383 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 95,449 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 92,565 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 89,227 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 84,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 78,825 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 68,152 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 60,156 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 50,325 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 39,026 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2011 34,174 miles

both front brake discs slightly lipped on inner edge.

both front tyres below limit on edges.

nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged.

Pass 8 Sep 2010 24,046 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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YH57 ECC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 85,066 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 YH57 ECC, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YH57 ECC registered?

YH57 ECC is a 2007 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 19 September 2007.

Is YH57 ECC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH57 ECC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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