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F488 LTM

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,219 mi
Last recorded99,219 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 LTM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 99,219 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 99,009 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 98,822 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 98,645 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 98,353 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 98,092 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 98,004 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 97,902 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 97,626 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 97,417 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 97,013 miles

front wipers starting to perish

Pass 3 Jul 2015 96,457 miles

front tyres worn on outer edges.

Pass 10 Jul 2014 95,695 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 8 Jul 2013 94,583 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 93,451 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 92,386 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in steering+joints

Pass 12 Jul 2010 91,195 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

chassis members corroding

slight play in steering joints,

Pass 16 Jun 2009 89,765 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 88,495 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 87,315 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 84,561 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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F488 LTM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F488 LTM, 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 F488 LTM registered?

F488 LTM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F488 LTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 LTM shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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