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AJO 131V

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,034 mi
Last recorded155,034 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJO 131V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2019 155,034 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 154,963 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 154,873 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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AJO 131V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AJO 131V, 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

How do I check the history of AJO 131V?

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What year was AJO 131V registered?

AJO 131V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 October 1979.

Is AJO 131V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJO 131V shows 3 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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