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RRD 181R

1976 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,179 mi
Last recorded13,179 miles
Recorded on14 May 2010
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl87,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRD 181R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2010 13,179 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 13,170 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 13,170 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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RRD 181R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,028 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 RRD 181R, 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 50 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 RRD 181R?

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What year was RRD 181R registered?

RRD 181R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is RRD 181R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRD 181R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRD 181R have outstanding finance?

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