MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
200,540 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Both front ball joint lower gaiters deteriorated
Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
Both front ball joint lower gaiters deteriorated
Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
wipers slightly slow.
front nearside wheel slightly binding
offside rear wheel slightly binding
Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
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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F961 TLW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.
Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 F961 TLW, 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 37 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F961 TLW registered?
F961 TLW is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 May 1989.
Is F961 TLW safe to buy?
The MOT history for F961 TLW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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