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G62 FVW

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,336 mi
Last recorded76,336 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG62 FVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 76,336 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 76,199 miles

Front subframe slight corrosion

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 76,034 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 75,698 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 75,637 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 75,584 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 75,080 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 75,037 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 74,243 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 74,197 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 74,181 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 74,177 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 74,171 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 74,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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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G62 FVW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G62 FVW, 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 G62 FVW registered?

G62 FVW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 November 1989.

Is G62 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G62 FVW 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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