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G43 TYW

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,481 mi
Last recorded35,481 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG43 TYW
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2026 35,481 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2026 33,812 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 33,771 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 33,768 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 33,766 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 33,446 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 33,384 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre cracking

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Offside Front tyre cracking

Pass 18 Jul 2016 33,358 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 32,438 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 32,325 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 32,020 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 31,794 miles

all tyres starting to perish

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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G43 TYW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 G43 TYW, 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

How do I check the history of G43 TYW?

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What year was G43 TYW registered?

G43 TYW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G43 TYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G43 TYW shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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