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G42 NBT

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,982 mi
Last recorded8,982 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG42 NBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 8,982 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 8,656 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 8,559 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 8,559 miles

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

Nearside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 8,526 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 8,468 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 8,454 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 8,433 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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G42 NBT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 G42 NBT, 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 37 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 G42 NBT registered?

G42 NBT is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 August 1989.

Is G42 NBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G42 NBT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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