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AFC 638V

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,713 mi
Last recorded61,713 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFC 638V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 61,713 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases MIDLE EXHAUST LEAK (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2019 61,713 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases MIDLE EXHAUST LEAK (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 61,681 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 61,681 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 59,546 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 58,461 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 57,725 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 57,686 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 57,676 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 57,662 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 57,159 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 57,157 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 57,012 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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AFC 638V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AFC 638V, 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 AFC 638V registered?

AFC 638V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 October 1979.

Is AFC 638V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFC 638V shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFC 638V have outstanding finance?

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