MOT Status
ValidMileage
113,280 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Slight oil leak from engine
Slight water leak from radiator
Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
Slight oil leak from engine
Slight water leak from radiator
slight oil leak at diff
slight oil leak at engine
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Centre Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F118 JHA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 F118 JHA, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of F118 JHA?
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What year was F118 JHA registered?
F118 JHA is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 May 1989.
Is F118 JHA safe to buy?
The MOT history for F118 JHA shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does F118 JHA have outstanding finance?
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