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H608 DAT

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Bronze Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,709 mi
Last recorded74,709 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH608 DAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 74,709 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 74,691 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 74,681 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM IS CORRODING

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

STEERING BOX IS DAMP WITH FLUID UNABLE TO DETERMINE SOURCE OR SEVERITY OF LEAK

Pass 24 May 2010 72,784 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 71,072 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 65,443 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2006 64,057 miles

EXHAUST FRONT HEAT SHIELD IS DETERIORATING

Offside 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)

Fail 27 Sep 2006 64,057 miles

EXHAUST FRONT HEAT SHIELD IS DETERIORATING

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside 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)

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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H608 DAT is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Bronze with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 H608 DAT, 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 H608 DAT registered?

H608 DAT is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H608 DAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H608 DAT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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