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C414 JGL

1986 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,559 mi
Last recorded62,559 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 1986 Mercedes-benz 420107,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC414 JGL
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Nov 2020 62,559 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 62,097 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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C414 JGL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 C414 JGL, 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.

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What year was C414 JGL registered?

C414 JGL is a 1986 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C414 JGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C414 JGL shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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