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RAZ 16

1989 Mercedes-benz 420

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

118,634 mi
Last recorded118,634 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz 420104,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAZ 16
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 118,634 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 118,601 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 118,559 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 118,558 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Pass 2 Jul 2016 118,519 miles

Oil leak

Slight play in steering idler

Pass 1 May 2015 118,453 miles

Oil leak

Slight play in steering idler

Fail 18 Apr 2015 118,453 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Oil leak

Slight play in steering idler

Pass 8 Apr 2014 117,973 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 117,822 miles

Oil leak

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

under vehicle corroded

Fail 8 Sep 2012 117,822 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

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

under vehicle corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2010 115,636 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 113,727 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 113,727 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 113,878 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2007 113,071 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2006 111,226 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 110,438 miles

Nearside Rear Brake linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 109,200 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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RAZ 16 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RAZ 16, 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 RAZ 16 registered?

RAZ 16 is a 1989 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 10 August 1989.

Is RAZ 16 safe to buy?

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