1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 4.2L Petrol · F247 EBV
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 (4.2L, petrol). First registered 26 Apr 1989. Recorded mileage 74,293 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ 420
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,293 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F247 EBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2026
- 74,293 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F247 EBV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 (F247 EBV) between May 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
F247 EBV Mileage History
- 11/05/202370,458 mi
- 18/05/202370,458 mi
- 01/05/202471,271 mi+813 mi
- 25/06/202572,387 mi+1,116 mi
- 01/07/202674,293 mi+1,906 mi
Average of roughly 1,221 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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