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A5 NUC

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

136,217 mi
Last recorded136,217 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 NUC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 136,217 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 136,195 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension Pipes Corroded

Suspension Warning Light On

Pass 8 Jul 2024 136,184 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 136,118 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 133,499 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 133,072 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 132,764 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 132,611 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 132,183 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 131,605 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 129,434 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 128,731 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 127,190 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 125,718 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 123,016 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2008 123,016 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2007 120,545 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 120,544 miles

Centre Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2006 109,159 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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A5 NUC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 85,052 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A5 NUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 35 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 NUC registered?

A5 NUC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is A5 NUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 NUC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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