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ABM 722A

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

154,312 mi
Last recorded154,312 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABM 722A
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 154,312 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 154,312 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2006 153,735 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 153,703 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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ABM 722A is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 94,168 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 ABM 722A, 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 45 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 ABM 722A?

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What year was ABM 722A registered?

ABM 722A is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 November 1981.

Is ABM 722A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABM 722A shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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