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RGN 513V

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

125,530 mi
Last recorded125,530 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2010
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGN 513V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2010 125,530 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 125,520 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 124,779 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Jan 2009 124,779 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 124,672 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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RGN 513V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 89,212 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 RGN 513V, 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 46 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 RGN 513V registered?

RGN 513V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is RGN 513V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGN 513V shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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