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G208 SCG

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,267 mi
Last recorded118,267 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2014
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG208 SCG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2014 118,267 miles

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

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

all suspension dust covers slightly perised

both front upper front strut top mounts slightly perished

Pass 16 Oct 2013 117,619 miles

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

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

nearside rear suspension arms bushes perished

offside rear suspension arms perished

Pass 22 Oct 2012 117,170 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 114,328 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 114,326 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 27 Oct 2010 111,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 111,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 108,224 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 105,947 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 103,878 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2006 103,093 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2005 100,029 miles

all 4 tires are jaguar fitment

steering idler very slight play

Fail 24 Oct 2005 100,024 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

all 4 tires are jaguar fitment

steering idler has slight play

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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G208 SCG is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G208 SCG, 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 G208 SCG?

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What year was G208 SCG registered?

G208 SCG is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 April 1990.

Is G208 SCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G208 SCG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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