MOT Status
Mileage
133,180 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
Offside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
damage to offside rear seatbelt
front seats mechanisms worn
front wiper rubber split
rear exhaust section damaged through grounding
rear fog light switch stiff to operate
various door check straps missing
various oil leaks present
windscreen damaged
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?
Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D291 FYY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
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 D291 FYY, 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.
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What year was D291 FYY registered?
D291 FYY is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 January 1987.
Is D291 FYY safe to buy?
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