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AAZ 6661

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,114 mi
Last recorded125,114 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAZ 6661
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2019 125,114 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

nearside and offside rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 29 Jun 2010 125,082 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 125,060 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 125,041 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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AAZ 6661 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 94,523 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 AAZ 6661, 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 48 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 AAZ 6661?

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What year was AAZ 6661 registered?

AAZ 6661 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 January 1978.

Is AAZ 6661 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAZ 6661 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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