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MMF 464W

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

97,138 mi
Last recorded97,138 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMF 464W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2019 97,138 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting near subframe mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 98,251 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 95,363 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 95,363 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 94,277 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 94,277 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 93,421 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front floor holed

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 2 Jun 2015 93,421 miles

offside front floor holed

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 30 May 2014 92,203 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 90,604 miles

rear exhaust corroded

slight corrosion osr inner sill

Pass 1 Jun 2012 89,669 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 89,669 miles

Nearside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

all four tyres slight tears appearing

Pass 20 May 2011 88,037 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 6 May 2010 85,846 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2010 85,846 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 83,240 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 80,226 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 78,124 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 76,609 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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MMF 464W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 MMF 464W, 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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What year was MMF 464W registered?

MMF 464W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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