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G330 KYA

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

106,755 mi
Last recorded106,755 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG330 KYA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 106,755 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 106,625 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 106,625 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 31 May 2024 106,426 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 106,426 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 105,871 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 105,398 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 105,091 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 104,677 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 103,647 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 102,653 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 102,653 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2017 101,506 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 99,734 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 99,001 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 98,341 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 97,504 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 96,791 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 96,111 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 955,509 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 955,509 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 95,125 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 94,801 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 93,636 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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G330 KYA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G330 KYA, 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 G330 KYA registered?

G330 KYA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G330 KYA safe to buy?

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