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D581 SNF

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,062 mi
Last recorded44,062 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD581 SNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 44,062 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner shoulder and nearing limit

slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

Pass 11 Feb 2011 43,623 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 43,313 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 43,018 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 42,993 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

spare tyre cords exposed

Pass 28 Feb 2008 42,662 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 41,832 miles

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

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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D581 SNF is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 83,827 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 D581 SNF, 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 39 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 D581 SNF?

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What year was D581 SNF registered?

D581 SNF is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 March 1987.

Is D581 SNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D581 SNF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D581 SNF have outstanding finance?

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