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F740 NJM

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

110,055 mi
Last recorded110,055 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF740 NJM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 110,055 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 110,021 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 109,992 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 109,305 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Centre (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 109,199 miles

rear exhaust slightly corroded

slight corrosion offside front chassis and offside rear outersill

Pass 28 Aug 2014 108,421 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 107,761 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 106,937 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 105,032 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 105,012 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust repaired

Fail 12 May 2011 105,012 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 101,129 miles

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 91,929 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 7 Jan 2008 84,554 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

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

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 21 Dec 2006 75,630 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 71,396 miles

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

all four tyres low on edges

front number plate damaged

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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F740 NJM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 F740 NJM, 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 F740 NJM registered?

F740 NJM is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is F740 NJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F740 NJM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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