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G880 LVF

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

121,388 mi
Last recorded121,388 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2013
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG880 LVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2013 121,388 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wiper blade deteriorated

Fail 21 Feb 2013 121,345 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 25 Feb 2012 117,060 miles

plastic body kit fitted

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

o/s handbrake effort weak

Fail 25 Feb 2012 117,060 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

o/s handbrake effort weak

plastic body kit fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2011 113,863 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2010 112,123 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 112,123 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 110,452 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 108,409 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 105,771 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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G880 LVF is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G880 LVF, 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 G880 LVF?

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What year was G880 LVF registered?

G880 LVF is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 March 1990.

Is G880 LVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G880 LVF shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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