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NHK 916P

1976 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,354 mi
Last recorded69,354 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHK 916P
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2012 69,354 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 67,567 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 64,012 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2010 64,012 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Mar 2010 63,931 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 61,455 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2007 54,003 miles

FLOOR PAN AT REAR HAS SOME SLIGHT CORROSION ON SFF SIDE AND NEAR SIDE

Nearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 50,745 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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NHK 916P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NHK 916P, 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 50 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 NHK 916P?

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What year was NHK 916P registered?

NHK 916P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 March 1976.

Is NHK 916P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NHK 916P shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NHK 916P have outstanding finance?

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