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7 BOS

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Cream Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

115,697 mi
Last recorded115,697 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 BOS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 115,697 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 115,570 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 115,180 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 114,974 miles

nsf and osr brake slightly binding

nsf indicator lens damaged

Pass 5 Apr 2017 114,454 miles

Nearside Rear drive shaft gaiter leaking slightly

Oil leak ()

Fail 27 Mar 2017 114,454 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear drive shaft gaiter leaking slightly

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Jul 2015 114,200 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 114,021 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 113,938 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 113,811 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 113,811 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 113,714 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 113,599 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 113,518 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 113,265 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 113,115 miles

small hole in n/s rear indicator lens , bottom corner

Pass 4 Aug 2006 112,680 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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7 BOS is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Cream with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 89,212 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 7 BOS, 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 46 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 7 BOS registered?

7 BOS is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is 7 BOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 BOS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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