1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 4.2L Petrol · D195 BSA
1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 1987. Recorded mileage 149,849 miles. MOT valid until 06 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 420
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,849 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D195 BSA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/02/2026
- 149,849 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D195 BSA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 (D195 BSA) between December 2021 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
D195 BSA Mileage History
- 11/12/2021149,849 mi
- 04/07/2024149,849 mi
- 07/02/2026149,849 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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