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BSX 900S

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,927 mi
Last recorded128,927 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSX 900S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 128,927 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion on inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion on inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 128,572 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 128,143 miles

FUEL CAP SEAL STRATING TO PERISH

Pass 16 Oct 2017 127,729 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 127,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 127,452 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 126,698 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 126,698 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 126,577 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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BSX 900S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 94,523 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 BSX 900S, 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 48 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 BSX 900S?

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What year was BSX 900S registered?

BSX 900S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 January 1978.

Is BSX 900S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSX 900S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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