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VLT 419

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

170,419 mi
Last recorded170,419 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLT 419
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 170,419 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2013 169,651 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

gearbox oil pipes from radiator leaking slightly

suspension levelling pipes slightly corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2012 166,479 miles

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

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre inner side wall cracking

Pass 11 Oct 2011 163,788 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 159,854 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 154,491 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 154,487 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 151,476 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 148,094 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 140,972 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s side front tyre worn on inner edge

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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VLT 419 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VLT 419, 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 VLT 419?

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What year was VLT 419 registered?

VLT 419 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 January 1991.

Is VLT 419 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLT 419 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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