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GVV 509X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,993 mi
Last recorded98,993 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVV 509X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 98,993 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 98,633 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 98,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 98,099 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 98,040 miles

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 45% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2015 97,870 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 97,842 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 97,547 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside front brake slightly binding

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 29 Jun 2010 97,138 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 95,860 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 May 2009 96,858 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 96,793 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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GVV 509X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GVV 509X, 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

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What year was GVV 509X registered?

GVV 509X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 May 1982.

Is GVV 509X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVV 509X shows 12 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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