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ADD 595S

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,498 mi
Last recorded32,498 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADD 595S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 32,498 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 32,135 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 32,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 32,062 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 31,955 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 31,606 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 31,606 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 31,132 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 30,825 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 30,731 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 30,530 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 30,367 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 30,161 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 30,161 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 30,007 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 27,801 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 24,568 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,300 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 20,682 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 20,677 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 20,636 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 20,537 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 20,445 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 20,180 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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ADD 595S is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 94,606 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 ADD 595S, 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 47 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 ADD 595S registered?

ADD 595S is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is ADD 595S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADD 595S shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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