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OOP 725X

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

122,268 mi
Last recorded122,268 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOP 725X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 122,268 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 121,955 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box, slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 121,583 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 121,149 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 120,720 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 120,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 120,467 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 120,356 miles

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2015 120,052 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 120,032 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 119,698 miles

loose connection to n/s front side lamp

Pass 22 Mar 2013 119,448 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 119,227 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 118,607 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 117,927 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

underseal to new welding repair making inspection difficult

Pass 9 Mar 2009 117,430 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 117,250 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 116,205 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 114,468 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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OOP 725X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 OOP 725X, 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 OOP 725X?

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What year was OOP 725X registered?

OOP 725X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is OOP 725X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOP 725X shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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