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GVV 568X

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,517 mi
Last recorded137,517 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVV 568X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2020 137,517 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 134,390 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 134,295 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 134,086 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 133,976 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 133,760 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 133,620 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 133,237 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 132,960 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 132,424 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 131,543 miles

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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GVV 568X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 94,168 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 GVV 568X, 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 45 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of GVV 568X?

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What year was GVV 568X registered?

GVV 568X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 September 1981.

Is GVV 568X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVV 568X shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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