MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,806 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front Steering damper fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Front Upper Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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APO 169C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz Sl in Brown with a 2,306cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 50,770 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 APO 169C, 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 61 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of APO 169C?
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What year was APO 169C registered?
APO 169C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 March 1965.
Is APO 169C safe to buy?
The MOT history for APO 169C shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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