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B101 MNP

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

93,401 mi
Last recorded93,401 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2016
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB101 MNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2016 93,401 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 92,411 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 89,444 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 88,588 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 88,076 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 87,363 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 87,121 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 86,665 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish on outer walls

nearside lower windscreen trim loose

under bonnet insulation loose

Fail 26 May 2009 86,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

both rear tyres starting to perish on outer walls

nearside lower windscreen trim loose

under bonnet insulation loose

Pass 9 Jun 2008 84,258 miles

slight play in steering arms. (Needs further investigation)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 84,258 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight play in steering arms. (Needs further investigation)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 81,949 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 81,949 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 80,527 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 80,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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B101 MNP is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 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 B101 MNP, 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 41 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B101 MNP registered?

B101 MNP is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B101 MNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B101 MNP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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