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SEB 13

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,665 mi
Last recorded98,665 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEB 13
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 98,665 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 98,654 miles

Coolant leak from radiator ()

Pass 16 Feb 2017 98,630 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 98,630 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 98,529 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 98,260 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 98,258 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 98,257 miles

front number plate cracked. nearside sill has surface corrosion offside sill has surface corrosion

Pass 2 Nov 2007 98,151 miles

front number plate cracked.

Fail 2 Nov 2007 98,151 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

front number plate cracked.

Pass 3 Nov 2006 98,117 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 98,117 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

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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SEB 13 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SEB 13, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SEB 13?

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What year was SEB 13 registered?

SEB 13 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is SEB 13 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEB 13 shows 12 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 SEB 13 have outstanding finance?

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