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G565 APG

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,559 mi
Last recorded98,559 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG565 APG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 98,559 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 97,981 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 97,384 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 96,630 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 95,866 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 94,795 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 93,867 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 92,866 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 91,354 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 89,886 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 88,300 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 88,300 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 87,014 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 85,370 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 84,039 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 82,274 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 80,378 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 80,378 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 78,463 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2009 76,225 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 76,225 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 73,977 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 71,319 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 68,267 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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G565 APG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G565 APG, 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 G565 APG registered?

G565 APG is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 11 August 1989.

Is G565 APG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G565 APG shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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