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F20 CEM

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

155,243 mi
Last recorded155,243 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF20 CEM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 155,243 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 155,059 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 154,961 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 154,691 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

O/S/F fog lamp not working

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 154,828 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 154,298 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 153,949 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 153,328 miles

all four tyres slightly cracked/perished on sidewalls

Pass 11 Aug 2015 152,744 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 152,744 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 152,601 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 152,266 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 151,359 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 May 2009 149,922 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 149,820 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 149,708 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 149,441 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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F20 CEM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 F20 CEM, 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.

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What year was F20 CEM registered?

F20 CEM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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The MOT history for F20 CEM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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