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G203 TYK

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

85,833 mi
Last recorded85,833 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG203 TYK
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 85,833 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 84,877 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 84,790 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2024 84,162 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 82,655 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 81,440 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 78,754 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 76,384 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2018 74,976 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 70,375 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 69,208 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play ns and os (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 7 May 2015 66,168 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 62,746 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 60,493 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 29 May 2012 58,398 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 58,398 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 53,557 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 49,868 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 49,865 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 45,619 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 45,459 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 41,757 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 41,757 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

slight weep from power steering pump

Pass 1 Feb 2007 36,110 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 34,987 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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G203 TYK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 G203 TYK, 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 G203 TYK registered?

G203 TYK is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G203 TYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G203 TYK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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