MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
120,243 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
nearside rear brake disc face slightly detiorated
Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Centre Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VRL 292W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.
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 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 VRL 292W, 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 VRL 292W registered?
VRL 292W is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1981.
Is VRL 292W safe to buy?
The MOT history for VRL 292W shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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