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F790 EDM

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,269 mi
Last recorded88,269 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF790 EDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 88,269 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 88,231 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 87,812 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 87,522 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 87,496 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 88,082 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2012 85,999 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2011 84,357 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 83,772 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 82,505 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 82,119 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 82,116 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 81,740 miles

n/s rear tyre sidewall cracked

Fail 11 Jul 2008 81,740 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

n/s rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 24 Apr 2007 80,359 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 80,327 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2005 80,153 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2005 80,152 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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F790 EDM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 F790 EDM, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F790 EDM registered?

F790 EDM is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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