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CNV 50X

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

102,660 mi
Last recorded102,660 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNV 50X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 102,660 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 101,686 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 100,510 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 100,150 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

front anti roll bar drop link bushes perished

Pass 5 Jul 2013 98,836 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 98,313 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2012 98,313 miles

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 97,882 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 97,788 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 975,930 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 97,384 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 97,158 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 97,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2006 95,582 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2005 95,333 miles

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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CNV 50X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 CNV 50X, 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

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What year was CNV 50X registered?

CNV 50X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 October 1981.

Is CNV 50X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNV 50X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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