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FVL 303X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

111,529 mi
Last recorded111,529 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2020
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVL 303X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2020 111,529 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 111,447 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2005 111,447 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.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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FVL 303X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FVL 303X, 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 FVL 303X?

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What year was FVL 303X registered?

FVL 303X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 May 1982.

Is FVL 303X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVL 303X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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