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G209 XPM

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,009 mi
Last recorded103,009 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG209 XPM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2013 103,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 99,177 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 99,177 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 97,449 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 93,656 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 91,501 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 81,473 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 77,755 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 77,755 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

left front headlamp has slight condensation

rear brake pads approx 90% worn, brake warning light also flashing on

rear exhaust mount attached but incorrectly

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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G209 XPM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 G209 XPM, 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 G209 XPM registered?

G209 XPM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1990.

Is G209 XPM safe to buy?

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