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HYF 719W

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,358 mi
Last recorded96,358 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYF 719W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 96,358 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake slight sticking

Pass 13 Jul 2015 96,358 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 96,358 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 96,358 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

tyrottel padal missing

Pass 29 May 2012 96,358 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery not fully secured

front wheel balance weights catch track rod end on full lock

throttle pedal missing anti-slip cover

Fail 26 May 2012 96,358 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery not fully secured

front wheel balance weights catch track rod end on full lock

throttle pedal missing anti-slip cover

Fail 28 May 2011 96,358 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2011 96,358 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2010 96,358 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 96,358 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 96,358 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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HYF 719W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HYF 719W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HYF 719W registered?

HYF 719W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 February 1981.

Is HYF 719W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYF 719W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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