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F114 EBD

1988 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

64,509 mi
Last recorded64,509 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz 420101,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF114 EBD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc
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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2025 64,509 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 63,921 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 62,249 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 59,436 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 59,313 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 59,313 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 58,918 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 57,509 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 56,711 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 56,711 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 56,169 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 56,169 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 55,705 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 55,705 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 55,500 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2014 55,500 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 51,266 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 45,821 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 45,021 miles

Rear exhaust rubber mountings deteriorated

Fail 26 Mar 2012

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear exhaust rubber mountings deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2011 41,765 miles

Oil leak

slight play to offside front steering track arm inner ball joint

Pass 22 Feb 2010 40,372 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 36,608 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 34,565 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 34,565 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 33,994 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 33,240 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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F114 EBD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 101,568 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 F114 EBD, 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 38 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 F114 EBD?

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What year was F114 EBD registered?

F114 EBD is a 1988 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F114 EBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F114 EBD shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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