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F909 HHR

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Cream Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,308 mi
Last recorded80,308 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF909 HHR
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 80,308 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 79,797 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 79,485 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 78,481 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 78,202 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive very slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 77,638 miles

Fuel tank cap seal slight deteriorated.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 77,638 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Fuel tank cap seal slight deteriorated.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 77,601 miles

Light blue smoke on acceleration

Fail 13 May 2017 77,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Light blue smoke on acceleration

Pass 7 Sep 2015 77,039 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 75,027 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 72,302 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 72,302 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 69,974 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 66,980 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 65,079 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 64,994 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 64,829 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 May 2008 64,829 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 64,793 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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F909 HHR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Cream with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F909 HHR, 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 F909 HHR registered?

F909 HHR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 24 January 1989.

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