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H363 MTW

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

127,602 mi
Last recorded127,602 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH363 MTW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 127,602 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2017 127,602 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link arm (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 123,873 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 123,873 miles

Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both track rod ends (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 120,817 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 3 Aug 2015 120,817 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Fluid suspension levelling valve insecure (2.4.D.4)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

both rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 31 Jul 2014 117,482 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 117,374 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 117,374 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 117,315 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 117,297 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 114,983 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 109,089 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 103,329 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 97,046 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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H363 MTW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 H363 MTW, 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 H363 MTW registered?

H363 MTW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 March 1991.

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