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G173 FWC

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,151 mi
Last recorded94,151 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2024
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG173 FWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Sep 2024 94,151 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 93,562 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 92,296 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 91,204 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 90,563 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 89,976 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 89,253 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 87,602 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 87,273 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 May 2014 87,273 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Apr 2011 86,200 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 85,631 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 85,220 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 84,852 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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G173 FWC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 G173 FWC, 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.

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What year was G173 FWC registered?

G173 FWC is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 May 1990.

Is G173 FWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G173 FWC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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