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5979 FM

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration5979 FM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 May 2011
Pass 6 Mar 2007

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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5979 FM is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 89,624 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 5979 FM, 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 44 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 5979 FM?

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What year was 5979 FM registered?

5979 FM is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 April 1982.

Is 5979 FM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5979 FM shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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