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AGP 550W

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,076 mi
Last recorded110,076 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGP 550W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 110,076 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 110,064 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 110,064 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 110,020 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 109,898 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 109,741 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive All 4 sides (2.4.A.3)

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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AGP 550W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AGP 550W, 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

How do I check the history of AGP 550W?

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What year was AGP 550W registered?

AGP 550W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 October 1980.

Is AGP 550W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGP 550W shows 6 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 AGP 550W have outstanding finance?

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