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ASR 590T

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,286 mi
Last recorded86,286 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASR 590T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 86,286 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 83,545 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 83,261 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 83,261 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 83,137 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 82,984 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 82,867 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 82,757 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 82,646 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 82,511 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 82,300 miles

unable to fully acess corrosion due to heavy use of underseal

Pass 21 May 2007 82,051 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 81,632 miles

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

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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ASR 590T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ASR 590T, 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 ASR 590T?

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What year was ASR 590T registered?

ASR 590T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is ASR 590T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASR 590T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASR 590T have outstanding finance?

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