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70 SL

1970 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,816 mi
Last recorded46,816 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl54,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration70 SL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 46,816 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 46,815 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 46,052 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 45,121 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 44,275 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 43,293 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 41,118 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 39,976 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 39,976 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 39,855 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 38,700 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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70 SL is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,920 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 70 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 56 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 70 SL registered?

70 SL is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 October 1970.

Is 70 SL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 70 SL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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