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1956 SL

1956 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,597 mi
Last recorded24,597 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2016
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Vehicle Details

Registration1956 SL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1956
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2016 24,597 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 18,611 miles

Unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle due to covers.

Pass 25 Jun 2012 15,191 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 11,611 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 10,806 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 8,533 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 8,251 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 8,248 miles

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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1956 SL is a 1956 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 1956 SL, 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 70 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 1956 SL?

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What year was 1956 SL registered?

1956 SL is a 1956 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1956.

Is 1956 SL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1956 SL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 1956 SL have outstanding finance?

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