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H979 TEP

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,200 mi
Last recorded64,200 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2021
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH979 TEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2021 64,200 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 63,981 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2011 35,036 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,866 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 34,705 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 34,090 miles

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

offside head lamp damaged

slight play nearside steering pivot

Pass 9 Jul 2007 30,743 miles

both rear tyres worn

offside headlamp damaged

Fail 9 Jul 2007 30,743 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

both rear tyres worn

offside headlamp damaged

Pass 5 Jul 2006 24,061 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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H979 TEP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 H979 TEP, 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 H979 TEP?

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What year was H979 TEP registered?

H979 TEP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H979 TEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H979 TEP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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