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REM 16T

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

186,081 mi
Last recorded186,081 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2013
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREM 16T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2013 186,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 23 Dec 2011 185,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 185,622 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Dec 2010 185,447 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 184,734 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 184,721 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Oct 2008 183,250 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2007 177,408 miles

oil leak from engine

oil leak from rear differential

rear subframe bushes worn

Pass 15 Sep 2006 173,706 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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REM 16T is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 REM 16T, 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

How do I check the history of REM 16T?

You can check the full history of REM 16T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was REM 16T registered?

REM 16T is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 February 1990.

Is REM 16T safe to buy?

The MOT history for REM 16T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does REM 16T have outstanding finance?

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