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YWD 617X

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,268 mi
Last recorded53,268 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWD 617X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2021 53,268 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 53,264 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 53,240 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2018 53,184 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2017 52,933 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2016 52,676 miles

oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2015 52,575 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 52,347 miles

unable to check o/s & n/s outer sills due to plastic body kit covers

Pass 18 Jul 2013 51,737 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 51,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 51,171 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 50,815 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jun 2009 50,632 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 50,385 miles

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

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 50,358 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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YWD 617X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YWD 617X, 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

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What year was YWD 617X registered?

YWD 617X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 September 1981.

Is YWD 617X safe to buy?

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