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5 PPP

1971 Mercedes-benz Sl

Beige Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,380 mi
Last recorded15,380 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl97,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5 PPP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2016 15,380 miles

Differential oil leaking

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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5 PPP is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl in Beige with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 97,817 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 5 PPP, 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 55 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 5 PPP?

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What year was 5 PPP registered?

5 PPP is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is 5 PPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 5 PPP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 5 PPP have outstanding finance?

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