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TEC 13V

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,471 mi
Last recorded38,471 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2017
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEC 13V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2017 38,471 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 38,317 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 37,798 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 37,446 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 35,132 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 34,633 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2011 34,517 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel pipe rusty near fuel pump

Pass 28 Apr 2010 33,990 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2009 33,696 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

rear petrol pipe slightly rusty

Fail 11 May 2009 33,696 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

rear petrol pipe slightly rusty

Pass 13 May 2008 33,330 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 4 May 2007 31,066 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 29,440 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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TEC 13V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 TEC 13V, 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 TEC 13V?

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What year was TEC 13V registered?

TEC 13V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is TEC 13V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEC 13V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TEC 13V have outstanding finance?

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