1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 4.2L Petrol · D501 MWL
1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01/09/1986. Recorded mileage 58,472 miles. MOT valid until 07/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 420
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/06/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,472 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1986
- Engine
- 4196cc
D501 MWL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/06/2026
- 58,472 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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D501 MWL Mileage History
- 25/07/202358,324 mi
- 04/06/202558,424 mi+100 mi
- 09/06/202558,430 mi+6 mi
- 08/06/202658,470 mi+40 mi
- 09/06/202658,472 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 51 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
D501 MWL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (D501 MWL) between July 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
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