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MPW 6V

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

108,475 mi
Last recorded108,475 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPW 6V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 108,475 miles

underside component corrosion

Fail 24 May 2024 108,475 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

underside component corrosion

Pass 25 May 2023 108,622 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 107,923 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 106,601 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Been welded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various under body surface rust

Pass 12 Jan 2018 105,935 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 104,675 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 100,279 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 100,279 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fail 7 May 2015 95,048 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2015 95,048 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 91,759 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 91,759 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 89,000 miles

differential oil leak

Fail 19 Feb 2013 89,000 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

differential oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2011 88,355 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 88,352 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 88,349 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2007 88,239 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2006 88,227 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2005 88,212 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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MPW 6V is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 MPW 6V, 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 38 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 MPW 6V registered?

MPW 6V is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 September 1988.

Is MPW 6V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPW 6V shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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