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G411 VYT

1990 Mercedes-benz 420

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

121,620 mi
Last recorded121,620 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz 420133,525 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG411 VYT
MakeMercedes-benz
Model420
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 121,620 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2022 121,557 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2022 121,557 miles

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 121,189 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 121,180 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 120,989 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 119,991 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 118,967 miles

All coil springs corroded

Corrosion underside in places

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

Pass 9 May 2017 118,230 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 118,230 miles

Driver's door catch insecure (6.2.B.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 116,304 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 112,246 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 102,259 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 98,571 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

oil leak

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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G411 VYT is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz 420 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 133,525 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 G411 VYT, 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 36 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 G411 VYT?

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What year was G411 VYT registered?

G411 VYT is a 1990 Mercedes-benz 420, first registered on 24 May 1990.

Is G411 VYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G411 VYT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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