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BEF 662

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,813 mi
Last recorded54,813 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEF 662
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Apr 2019 54,813 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 54,578 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 54,556 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 54,551 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 54,530 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 54,501 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 54,464 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 54,442 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 53,777 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 53,665 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 53,043 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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BEF 662 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 BEF 662, 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 BEF 662?

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What year was BEF 662 registered?

BEF 662 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 October 1979.

Is BEF 662 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BEF 662 shows 11 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 BEF 662 have outstanding finance?

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