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OEF 69W

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Diesel 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,108 mi
Last recorded142,108 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEF 69W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2018 142,108 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 140,956 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 139,566 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 137,311 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 135,875 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 131,257 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 129,159 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 124,462 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 121,570 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak from rear dif

oil leak fron engine

Pass 10 Jul 2008 120,560 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 117,715 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 115,286 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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OEF 69W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 OEF 69W, 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 OEF 69W?

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What year was OEF 69W registered?

OEF 69W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 June 1981.

Is OEF 69W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEF 69W shows 12 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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