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H456 VKU

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2016
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,082 mi
Last recorded81,082 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2015
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH456 VKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2015 81,082 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

all four tyres have surface cracks

Pass 22 May 2014 80,969 miles

beam converters fitted to headlamps

deep surface cracks in all tyres.

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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H456 VKU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H456 VKU, 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 H456 VKU registered?

H456 VKU is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H456 VKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H456 VKU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H456 VKU have outstanding finance?

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