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H690 PVW

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

87,208 mi
Last recorded87,208 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH690 PVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 87,208 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 87,165 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2022 82,769 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 79,244 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 76,967 miles

Surface corrosion apparent on all components and prescribed areas under the vehicle .

Fail 15 Apr 2020 76,966 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt complete (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt complete (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Surface corrosion apparent on all components and prescribed areas under the vehicle .

Pass 13 Apr 2019 73,444 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 72,222 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 71,896 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

hub nut thread damaged

Fail 6 Jul 2013 71,896 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

CHECK TRACKING.

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Mar 2012 70,287 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 70,287 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2011 68,508 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 55,998 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 45,242 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 40,076 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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H690 PVW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 85,052 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 H690 PVW, 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 H690 PVW registered?

H690 PVW is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 February 1991.

Is H690 PVW safe to buy?

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