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G855 OOD

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,556 mi
Last recorded33,556 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG855 OOD
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 33,556 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 33,515 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 33,480 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 33,078 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 32,857 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 32,451 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 32,391 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 32,373 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Jan 2020 31,577 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 31,176 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 30,532 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2016 27,709 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 24,406 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 20,637 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 16,063 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 12,101 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 11,757 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 11,277 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 10,485 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 9,950 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 9,819 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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G855 OOD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 G855 OOD, 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

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What year was G855 OOD registered?

G855 OOD is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 18 August 1989.

Is G855 OOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G855 OOD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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