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G250 NNN

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

158,168 mi
Last recorded158,168 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG250 NNN
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2015 158,168 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 156,761 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 151,821 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

fuel pipe at rear corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2012 143,559 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 133,298 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Has Slight Play In Steering Idler

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2010 124,753 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 116,110 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 108,414 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 100,947 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 93,931 miles

fuel pipes have slight corrosion

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

hazzard light switch works but but has to be taped to make connection properly †

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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G250 NNN is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G250 NNN, 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 G250 NNN registered?

G250 NNN is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G250 NNN safe to buy?

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