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H618 NEY

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

139,605 mi
Last recorded139,605 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH618 NEY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 139,605 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 125,384 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 110,336 miles

Offside Outer 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)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 110,336 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Outer 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)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 May 2016 99,438 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 99,432 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 99,316 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2011 98,280 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 94,107 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2010 94,107 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2009 92,103 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 92,103 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 89,357 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 89,357 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 86,941 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 85,843 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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H618 NEY is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 H618 NEY, 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.

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What year was H618 NEY registered?

H618 NEY is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 August 1990.

Is H618 NEY safe to buy?

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