MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
178,406 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
corrosion to cill pannels plastic covers prevent a thourough inspection
exhaust rubbers perrished
some corrosion to underside due to vehicle standing
some sings of oil around steering box but no apparant leak at time of test
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
both bumpers corroding
fuel cap seal perishing
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 420?
Based on 24,311 MOT tests across 2,343 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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G296 TGJ is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 133,525 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 G296 TGJ, 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 36 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 G296 TGJ registered?
G296 TGJ is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 9 January 1990.
Is G296 TGJ safe to buy?
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