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H987 XYC

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,902 mi
Last recorded108,902 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH987 XYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 108,902 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 108,570 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 107,560 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 106,263 miles

Excessive oil leak from engine and rear diff

Exhaust excessivly corroded

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

REAR TYRES INCORRECT SIZE

Wheel rims excessivly corroded

Fail 18 Apr 2006 106,263 miles

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

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

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

excessive oil leak from engine and rear diff assembly

exhaust excessivly corroded

nail in n/s/f tyre

o/s/r tyre at 1.6mm,out of shape, and over 6 years old

wheel rims corroded and sealed with silicone

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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H987 XYC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H987 XYC, 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 H987 XYC registered?

H987 XYC is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 January 1991.

Is H987 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H987 XYC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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