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H952 AFV

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,848 mi
Last recorded99,848 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH952 AFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 99,848 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 99,827 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2016 98,863 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 90,089 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 98,215 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 97,743 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 97,477 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 97,475 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 97,245 miles

O/S HANDBRAKE CABLE CASING SPLIT

Pass 6 May 2010 96,661 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 96,649 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2006 95,365 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 95,364 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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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H952 AFV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 H952 AFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H952 AFV?

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What year was H952 AFV registered?

H952 AFV is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H952 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H952 AFV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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