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AGT 656W

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

111,393 mi
Last recorded111,393 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGT 656W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 111,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 110,516 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 109,340 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Fail 25 Apr 2018 109,320 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch adjacent to door mounting (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill by subframe mounting (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch adjacent to door mounting (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floorpan/inner arch adjacent to bumper mounting (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch adjacent to seat/seat belt mounting (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

steering damper slightly worn

Pass 19 Apr 2017 108,298 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear metal pipes slight corrosion (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2016 107,429 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 106,957 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 106,203 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 105,405 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 105,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 104,222 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Mar 2010 104,222 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 104,202 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Dec 2008 103,388 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 103,388 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 102,238 miles

exhaust blowing

flexi hoses in poor condition

rear section of exhaust poor

rear steel brake pipes poor

wear in steering damper

Pass 7 Nov 2006 100,970 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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AGT 656W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 AGT 656W, 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 AGT 656W registered?

AGT 656W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 October 1980.

Is AGT 656W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGT 656W shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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