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BLF 637S

1977 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,438 mi
Last recorded128,438 miles
Recorded on17 May 2007
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl92,981 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLF 637S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2007 128,438 miles

near side rear brake pipe shows corrosion †also front to rear brake pipes covered in grease

Fail 14 May 2007 128,438 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 128,438 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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BLF 637S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 92,981 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 BLF 637S, 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 49 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 BLF 637S?

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What year was BLF 637S registered?

BLF 637S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is BLF 637S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLF 637S shows 3 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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