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SKK 407W

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Bronze Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

122,911 mi
Last recorded122,911 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKK 407W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 122,911 miles

All suspension bushings showing signs of perishing

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 122,405 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 122,095 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leak from manifold to engine (6.1.2 (a))

Multiple corrosion holes in boot floor

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff misting oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 121,211 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Misting of oil from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 May 2021 121,211 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both registration plate letters not solid black (0.1 (d))

Fluid leak, but not excessive Misting of oil from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 120,902 miles

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

Oil leak at rear differential but not excessive

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 May 2020 120,898 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak at differential

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All four front subframe bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 120,514 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 120,176 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 May 2018 120,175 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 119,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 May 2016 118,984 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 118,191 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 118,191 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all 4 tyres perished

rubber fuel pipes on fuel pump and filter perishing

Pass 21 May 2014 116,774 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 116,095 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 115,269 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 114,855 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 112,778 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 111,792 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 109,968 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 109,580 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 109,330 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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SKK 407W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Bronze with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 SKK 407W, 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 SKK 407W?

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What year was SKK 407W registered?

SKK 407W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is SKK 407W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKK 407W shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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