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GHE 889V

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2024
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,173 mi
Last recorded45,173 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHE 889V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2023 45,173 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 45,154 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 45,097 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 45,089 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 45,052 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front wheel bearings slightly rough

crack to o/s front tyre

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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GHE 889V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GHE 889V, 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 GHE 889V?

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What year was GHE 889V registered?

GHE 889V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 February 1980.

Is GHE 889V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHE 889V shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GHE 889V have outstanding finance?

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