MOT Status
ValidMileage
16,969 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ALL FOUR TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing adv all 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Central exhaust support deteriorated
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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261 PE is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 261 PE, 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 38 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of 261 PE?
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What year was 261 PE registered?
261 PE is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 June 1988.
Is 261 PE safe to buy?
The MOT history for 261 PE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 261 PE have outstanding finance?
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