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H947 GBX

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,871 mi
Last recorded102,871 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH947 GBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 102,871 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 102,509 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 101,993 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 101,993 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 101,560 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 100,445 miles

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Fail 28 Feb 2015 100,437 miles

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

offside and nearside rear tyres perished

Pass 31 Dec 2013 98,673 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 95,269 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 95,147 miles

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

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

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)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2008 94,159 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 92,467 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 92,463 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 89,480 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 89,479 miles

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

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

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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H947 GBX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H947 GBX, 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 H947 GBX registered?

H947 GBX is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 October 1990.

Is H947 GBX safe to buy?

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