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F420 RYW

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

56,722 mi
Last recorded56,722 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF420 RYW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 56,722 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 56,432 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 55,897 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 55,731 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 54,673 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 54,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front sub-frame, all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

fuel cap sealing rubber beginning to perish

Pass 8 May 2021 54,022 miles

Front Both subframe mounting bushes slightly worn

Fail 8 May 2021 54,022 miles

Front Both subframe mounting bushes slightly worn

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2020 53,615 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 53,275 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 52,783 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 11 May 2017 52,322 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 51,524 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 50,592 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 49,778 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 49,191 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 48,898 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 47,952 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 46,847 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 45,989 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 45,981 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2008 44,920 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 43,846 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside washerjet not working

Fail 23 May 2006 42,936 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 May 2006 42,936 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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F420 RYW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 F420 RYW, 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 F420 RYW registered?

F420 RYW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 18 May 1989.

Is F420 RYW safe to buy?

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