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68701

1975 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Tests0 (0 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl109,442 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration68701
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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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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68701 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 0 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 109,442 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 68701, 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 51 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 68701 registered?

68701 is a 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 July 1975.

Is 68701 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 68701 shows 0 tests with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 68701 have outstanding finance?

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