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H930 RUM

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,632 mi
Last recorded134,632 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH930 RUM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 134,632 miles

general body rust on panels

Pass 17 Jun 2015 134,567 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 134,456 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 134,049 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 133,104 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 133,093 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 131,845 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 129,026 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 129,012 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 126,281 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2008 122,687 miles

nearside rear brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

offside rear brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2008 122,682 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

nearside rear brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

offside rear brake hose ferrule slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2007 121,246 miles

both rear brake flex hoses rusty

brake pipes rusty at rear

engine oil leak timing cover area

hydraulic suspention pipes rusty at rear

Pass 7 Jun 2006 118,845 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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H930 RUM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 H930 RUM, 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 H930 RUM registered?

H930 RUM is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H930 RUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H930 RUM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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