1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 4.2L Petrol · PIA 128
1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (4.2L, petrol). First registered 21 Aug 1986. Recorded mileage 63,935 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 420
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Jun 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,935 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PIA 128 Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/07/2026
- 63,935 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PIA 128 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (PIA 128) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.
PIA 128 Mileage History
- 07/07/202263,896 mi
- 11/08/202263,905 mi+9 mi
- 28/07/202563,921 mi+16 mi
- 07/07/202663,935 mi+14 mi
Average of roughly 10 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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