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H321 FHG

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

117,381 mi
Last recorded117,381 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH321 FHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 117,381 miles

intermediate exhaust rusty

Fail 21 Dec 2020 117,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

intermediate exhaust rusty

Pass 20 Dec 2019 113,320 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both strut top rubbers perished (5.3.2 (c))

Front heat shielding rotten on exhaust front pipes

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight inner wing rusting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension bushes perished on o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2019 113,320 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both strut top rubbers perished (5.3.2 (c))

Front heat shielding rotten on exhaust front pipes

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight inner wing rusting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension bushes perished on o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 111,523 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 105,966 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 98,801 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 92,069 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 92,069 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 85,429 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2015 85,425 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 81,348 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 77,458 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 74,830 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

center rear exhaust box outer skin deteriorated

exhaust front pipe heat shields deteriorated

plastic engine under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of this area

Pass 21 Jan 2011 70,845 miles

exhaust system outer skin generally in poor condition

Pass 2 Feb 2010 68,454 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 66,483 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 64,851 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 62,572 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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H321 FHG is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 85,052 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 H321 FHG, 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 35 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 H321 FHG registered?

H321 FHG is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H321 FHG safe to buy?

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