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FND 980F

2016 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,955 mi
Last recorded40,955 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl26,169 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFND 980F
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 40,955 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 40,917 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2016 40,879 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 40,879 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (1.1.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake excessively fluctuating both sides (3.7.B.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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FND 980F is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 26,169 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 FND 980F, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FND 980F?

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What year was FND 980F registered?

FND 980F is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 October 2016.

Is FND 980F safe to buy?

The MOT history for FND 980F shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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