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GBW 369V

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,922 mi
Last recorded90,922 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 369V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2022 90,922 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 90,889 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 90,889 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 90,701 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 90,650 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 90,509 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 90,037 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 89,620 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 89,595 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

main beam head light tell tail inop

Fail 12 Aug 2013 89,593 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

main beam head light tell tail inop

Pass 14 Aug 2012 89,572 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 89,476 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 89,313 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 89,297 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2008 89,297 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 88,591 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 88,241 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 88,241 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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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GBW 369V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 89,212 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 GBW 369V, 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 46 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 GBW 369V?

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What year was GBW 369V registered?

GBW 369V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is GBW 369V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 369V shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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