1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 4.2L Petrol · D453 HFX
1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 (4.2L, petrol). First registered 11 Mar 1987. Recorded mileage 156,598 miles. MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 420
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,598 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D453 HFX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 156,598 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D453 HFX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Mercedes-Benz 420 (D453 HFX) between July 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
D453 HFX Mileage History
- 28/07/2022149,730 mi
- 25/07/2023152,793 mi+3,063 mi
- 30/07/2024155,444 mi+2,651 mi
- 23/10/2025156,598 mi+1,154 mi
Average of roughly 2,121 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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