CarVerify

Free Car Check

E22 OWX

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,801 mi
Last recorded47,801 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationE22 OWX
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc
View full Mercedes-benz 420 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 47,801 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 47,166 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 46,684 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 45,877 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 45,403 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 45,237 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 44,462 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 43,834 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 43,275 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 42,257 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 41,426 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 41,391 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 May 2014 40,620 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 40,587 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 40,562 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 39,759 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 38,916 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 37,982 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 36,863 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 35,640 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 35,420 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 12 May 2006 35,420 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
Full Mercedes-benz 420 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

E22 OWX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 E22 OWX, 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

How do I check the history of E22 OWX?

You can check the full history of E22 OWX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was E22 OWX registered?

E22 OWX is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E22 OWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E22 OWX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E22 OWX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on E22 OWX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.