CarVerify

Free Car Check

G215 RFR

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

56,293 mi
Last recorded56,293 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG215 RFR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 56,293 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2019 56,293 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine over exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2018 55,925 miles

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

Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Oct 2016 55,629 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Steering pivot point has slight play nearside steering idler arm bush (2.2.B.1g)

rear shock absorbers have little damping effort

Fail 10 Oct 2016 55,612 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Steering pivot point has slight play nearside steering idler arm bush (2.2.B.1g)

rear shock absorbers have little damping effort

Pass 14 Jul 2015 55,568 miles

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 55,560 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 55,413 miles

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

Offside stop light dim

Fail 8 Jul 2014 55,413 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside stop light dim

Pass 23 Aug 2012 53,073 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 53,073 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2010 49,557 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 49,555 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2009 45,670 miles

N/S/F Tyre has slight tear in outer side wall

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 41,245 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2007 37,389 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 33,316 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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G215 RFR is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 G215 RFR, 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 G215 RFR?

You can check the full history of G215 RFR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G215 RFR registered?

G215 RFR is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 March 1990.

Is G215 RFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G215 RFR shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G215 RFR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G215 RFR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.