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280 SL

1970 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,041 mi
Last recorded62,041 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl54,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration280 SL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 62,041 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 61,851 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 61,441 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 61,427 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 61,371 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 60,970 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 60,970 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 7 Dec 2010 60,951 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 60,893 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2008 60,600 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 60,442 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 59,820 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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280 SL is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,920 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 280 SL, 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 56 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 280 SL?

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What year was 280 SL registered?

280 SL is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is 280 SL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 280 SL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 280 SL have outstanding finance?

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