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ERN 743W

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,593 mi
Last recorded85,593 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2008
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERN 743W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2008 85,593 miles

some corrosion to offside front bodysill/floor and front innerwings

Fail 2 Jul 2008 85,569 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

some corrosion to bodysill and floor offside front and front innerwings

Pass 13 Jun 2007 84,848 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 84,202 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 84,202 miles

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

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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ERN 743W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 ERN 743W, 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 ERN 743W?

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What year was ERN 743W registered?

ERN 743W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ERN 743W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERN 743W shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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