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H109 DPV

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

122,007 mi
Last recorded122,007 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH109 DPV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 122,007 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 121,742 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 121,372 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 121,172 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 120,923 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 119,980 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 119,294 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 118,816 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 118,524 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 118,282 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 117,986 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 117,165 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 116,794 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 116,314 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 115,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Mar 2012 115,975 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 115,498 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 115,162 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 114,608 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 114,363 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 113,658 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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H109 DPV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 H109 DPV, 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

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What year was H109 DPV registered?

H109 DPV is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 September 1990.

Is H109 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H109 DPV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H109 DPV have outstanding finance?

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