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F729 SBJ

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

81,037 mi
Last recorded81,037 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2016
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF729 SBJ
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2016 81,037 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 80,762 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 80,466 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 80,156 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Fail 18 May 2011 80,120 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 24 May 2010 79,642 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 79,172 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 78,532 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 77,675 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 76,967 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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F729 SBJ is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 F729 SBJ, 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 F729 SBJ registered?

F729 SBJ is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 15 March 1989.

Is F729 SBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F729 SBJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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