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J518 HTP

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,452 mi
Last recorded108,452 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2016
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ518 HTP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2016 108,452 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 107,555 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 107,555 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 106,355 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 105,820 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 105,196 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 104,238 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 99,880 miles

both front tyres cracking

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering

Pass 19 Feb 2009 95,292 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 95,292 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 94,630 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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J518 HTP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J518 HTP, 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 J518 HTP registered?

J518 HTP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 November 1991.

Is J518 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J518 HTP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J518 HTP have outstanding finance?

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