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DLB 610Y

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

38,980 mi
Last recorded38,980 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLB 610Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 38,980 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 38,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2021 36,910 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 36,240 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 35,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 34,810 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 34,384 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 33,752 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 33,752 miles

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2015 33,106 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 32,278 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 32,274 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 13 May 2013 31,274 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 30,402 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 30,399 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 May 2011 29,391 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 28,460 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 27,511 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 25,986 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 25,986 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 24,208 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 23,859 miles

Rear exhaust box is corroded but not leaking.

Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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DLB 610Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DLB 610Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DLB 610Y?

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What year was DLB 610Y registered?

DLB 610Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is DLB 610Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLB 610Y shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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