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A18 GRS

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

90,429 mi
Last recorded90,429 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 GRS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 90,429 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 89,894 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 89,305 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 88,954 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 88,953 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 88,803 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 88,138 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 86,968 miles

Oil leak from differential

Pass 12 Apr 2018 86,728 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 86,691 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 86,495 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 86,347 miles

small pin hole corrosion showing in exhaust

very slight play in rear anti roll bar links

Pass 8 Apr 2014 85,773 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall slight cracking

Pass 16 Apr 2013 84,896 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 84,662 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 83,853 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 81,978 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 81,440 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust emissions high

Pass 28 Mar 2008 80,832 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 78,880 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 77,789 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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A18 GRS is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 104,245 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A18 GRS, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz 420 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 GRS registered?

A18 GRS is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 17 February 1989.

Is A18 GRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 GRS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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