MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
162,536 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Battery insecure (1.9.1)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
slight oil leak from gearbox
Offside Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DGS 861X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Yellow with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 DGS 861X, 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
How do I check the history of DGS 861X?
You can check the full history of DGS 861X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was DGS 861X registered?
DGS 861X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1981.
Is DGS 861X safe to buy?
The MOT history for DGS 861X shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does DGS 861X have outstanding finance?
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