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AJP 111

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Yellow Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,559 mi
Last recorded48,559 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2020
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJP 111
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Jan 2020 48,559 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 48,518 miles

Offside mirror poor

Pass 16 Dec 2017 48,514 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 48,475 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 48,403 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 48,399 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 48,396 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 48,164 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 48,152 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 48,138 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 47,633 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 47,430 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 46,950 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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AJP 111 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Yellow with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 AJP 111, 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 AJP 111?

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What year was AJP 111 registered?

AJP 111 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 June 1979.

Is AJP 111 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJP 111 shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AJP 111 have outstanding finance?

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