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MME 897W

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

147,068 mi
Last recorded147,068 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMME 897W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 147,068 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 146,949 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 146,798 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 146,709 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 146,613 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 146,480 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 146,348 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 146,197 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 145,845 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 145,424 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 145,032 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 144,672 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 144,664 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.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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MME 897W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MME 897W, 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

How do I check the history of MME 897W?

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What year was MME 897W registered?

MME 897W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 February 1981.

Is MME 897W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MME 897W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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