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G130 KGO

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,373 mi
Last recorded156,373 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG130 KGO
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 156,373 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 153,982 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 151,801 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 147,820 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 147,269 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 144,824 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front tyres have light perished cracks

Fail 28 Jul 2016 144,824 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres have light perished cracks

Pass 11 Mar 2015 144,800 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 144,760 miles

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

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

slight corrosion to offside front subframe mounting

Fail 14 May 2012 144,752 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

slight corrosion to offside front subframe mounting

Pass 1 Feb 2010 144,698 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 144,615 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 142,997 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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G130 KGO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 G130 KGO, 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 G130 KGO registered?

G130 KGO is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 4 September 1989.

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