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GIW 90

1987 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

93,242 mi
Last recorded93,242 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz 420100,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIW 90
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2026 93,242 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 92,454 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 89,966 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 89,923 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 89,800 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 89,639 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 89,226 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 89,207 miles

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 87,953 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

both front tyres bald on outer edges

Pass 26 Jun 2013 84,926 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 14 Jun 2012 82,953 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 80,381 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 80,381 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 78,517 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 75,639 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 75,639 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 74,186 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 72,313 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 72,313 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2006 68,637 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2005 67,272 miles

both front tyres wear on edges

off side front brake pipe getting rusty

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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GIW 90 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 100,068 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 GIW 90, 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 39 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 GIW 90?

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What year was GIW 90 registered?

GIW 90 is a 1987 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 7 January 1987.

Is GIW 90 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIW 90 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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