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ULB 205W

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,583 mi
Last recorded145,583 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULB 205W
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Aug 2021 145,583 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2019 145,381 miles

all four tyres perished

front number plate deteriorated

headlamp switch stiff but still functions

slight brake bind but not excessive

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2018 145,348 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 145,347 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

suspension rubber bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 6 Nov 2015 144,766 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 144,634 miles

Oil leak

front number plate cracked

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 4 Sep 2013 143,995 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

front number plate cracked

Pass 18 May 2012 143,613 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2012 143,612 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 140,349 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 136,406 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 132,610 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 128,063 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 128,063 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 8,412 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 2,657 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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ULB 205W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ULB 205W, 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.

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What year was ULB 205W registered?

ULB 205W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ULB 205W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULB 205W shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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