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GUV 478W

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

99,086 mi
Last recorded99,086 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGUV 478W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 99,086 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 99,074 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 99,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 98,948 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2017 98,825 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 98,821 miles

Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Two holes in centre section (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 98,718 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2016 98,718 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 98,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jun 2015 98,628 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 98,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 98,554 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 98,471 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 98,442 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 98,387 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 98,343 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 98,230 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 98,066 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 97,877 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 97,784 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 97,595 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2005 97,595 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GUV 478W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 GUV 478W, 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

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What year was GUV 478W registered?

GUV 478W is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 December 1980.

Is GUV 478W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GUV 478W shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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