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GCF 645V

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Orange Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,554 mi
Last recorded69,554 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCF 645V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 69,554 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 69,377 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 69,053 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 68,948 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 68,563 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 68,019 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 67,536 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Apr 2008 67,501 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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GCF 645V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Orange with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GCF 645V, 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 GCF 645V?

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What year was GCF 645V registered?

GCF 645V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 February 1980.

Is GCF 645V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCF 645V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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