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BNZ 2173

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,746 mi
Last recorded58,746 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 2173
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 May 2024 58,746 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

ALL 4 TYRES OLDER THAN 20YRS!!!!

BOTH FRONT ABS SENSOR CABLES, OUTER CASINGS DETERIORATED/MISSING EXPOSING INNER CABALING

BOTH front lower arms, bushes deteriorating

BOTH front shock absorbers, dust covers deteriorated

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front tyre wearing low & at outer edge

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake pipe corroding

Offside Front condensation in headlight

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

corrosion taking place to underside to most metals

front brake disc corroding, minimal contact with pad!!!

rear diff seals damp

stone chips in windscreen

transmission oil pipes corroding

Pass 13 Sep 2018 58,743 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 58,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2017 58,701 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 58,609 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 58,491 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 58,197 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 58,020 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 57,750 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 57,389 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 56,869 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 56,231 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 54,206 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2008 54,206 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 53,683 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 11 Oct 2007 53,683 miles

Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 4 Oct 2006 53,089 miles

O/S lower suspension ball joint showing slight lift,advise replace

front brake discs showing wear

front outer anti roll bar bushes showing wear

steering damper starting to leak

Pass 27 Sep 2005 51,391 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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BNZ 2173 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 88,757 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 Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BNZ 2173, 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 36 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNZ 2173?

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What year was BNZ 2173 registered?

BNZ 2173 is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is BNZ 2173 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 2173 shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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