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G740 UHV

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

126,345 mi
Last recorded126,345 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG740 UHV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2018 126,345 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 125,499 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 123,056 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 120,516 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 116,263 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 115,675 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 114,851 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 113,748 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 111,311 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 108,490 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 105,649 miles

Oil leak

offside front disc scored

rear tyres 3mm

Pass 29 Mar 2007 102,516 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 98,626 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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G740 UHV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G740 UHV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G740 UHV registered?

G740 UHV is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 November 1989.

Is G740 UHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G740 UHV shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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