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B251 GGF

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Maroon Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

343,027 mi
Last recorded343,027 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB251 GGF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 343,027 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2020 343,027 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative.

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 343,027 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner steering pivot point slight play

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner steering pivot point slight play

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2018 343,027 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner steering pivot point slight play

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner steering pivot point slight play

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 343,027 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill panel (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Nov 2017 343,027 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion outer sill panel (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill panel (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 27 Oct 2017 343,024 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

engine or gearbox has oil leak

unable to check sills for corrotion due covers fitted

Pass 3 Nov 2016 343,028 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 343,027 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 339,994 miles

oil leak underneth vehicle

Pass 26 Sep 2014 332,162 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 324,826 miles

Oil leak

o/f wiper blade smeer slightly at top tip

Fail 15 Oct 2013 24,820 miles

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

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

o/f wiper blade smeer slightly at top tip

Pass 1 Oct 2012 317,827 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 313,833 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 310,331 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 307,490 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 307,490 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

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

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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B251 GGF is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Maroon with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 94,450 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 B251 GGF, 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 42 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B251 GGF is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1984.

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