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G73 XLT

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

56,741 mi
Last recorded56,741 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG73 XLT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 56,741 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 56,708 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 56,704 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 56,652 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 55,958 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 55,949 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 May 2021 55,075 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 54,406 miles

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 53,056 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 52,760 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 51,674 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 51,657 miles

front brake application uneven both (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 51,024 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2016 50,991 miles

front brake application uneven both (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly both (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 49,633 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2015 49,633 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2014 49,275 miles

Oil leak

Fail 18 Sep 2014 49,245 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2013 48,469 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 47,716 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2011 46,225 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 44,884 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 43,679 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 42,658 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 42,250 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 41,844 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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G73 XLT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 G73 XLT, 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 G73 XLT?

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What year was G73 XLT registered?

G73 XLT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 16 October 1989.

Is G73 XLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G73 XLT shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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