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BLO 818H

1970 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,406 mi
Last recorded85,406 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl54,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLO 818H
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2020 85,406 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 85,328 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 85,328 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 85,326 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 85,321 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 85,321 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 85,320 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 85,296 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 85,292 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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BLO 818H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,920 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 BLO 818H, 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 56 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 BLO 818H?

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What year was BLO 818H registered?

BLO 818H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 June 1970.

Is BLO 818H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLO 818H shows 9 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 BLO 818H have outstanding finance?

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