CarVerify

Free Car Check

F356 AAB

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Grey Petrol 4196cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

105,539 mi
Last recorded105,539 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF356 AAB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 105,539 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 105,375 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 105,333 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 104,638 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 104,504 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 103,636 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 102,516 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 101,931 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 101,252 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 100,458 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 100,246 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 99,308 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 98,763 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 97,993 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 96,346 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 96,320 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 96,278 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 95,956 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
Full Mercedes-benz 420 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F356 AAB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 F356 AAB, 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

How do I check the history of F356 AAB?

You can check the full history of F356 AAB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F356 AAB registered?

F356 AAB is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 3 April 1989.

Is F356 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F356 AAB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F356 AAB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F356 AAB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.