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E111 XKX

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,599 mi
Last recorded69,599 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE111 XKX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 69,599 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 69,036 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 68,352 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 67,792 miles

Offside Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 67,695 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside bank centre exhaust rubber slightly perished

Pass 9 Nov 2019 67,339 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 66,635 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 65,066 miles

play in steering

Pass 7 Nov 2016 63,664 miles

play in steering

Pass 10 Nov 2015 61,903 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 57,509 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 53,545 miles

Near side rear tyre slightly grabing.

Oil leak

Fail 18 Nov 2013 53,545 miles

Near side rear tyre slightly grabing.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jul 2012 53,391 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 53,263 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 52,912 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 52,605 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 52,018 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 51,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre in poor condition

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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E111 XKX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 E111 XKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E111 XKX registered?

E111 XKX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E111 XKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E111 XKX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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