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BWY 376S

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

101,938 mi
Last recorded101,938 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWY 376S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 101,938 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 101,938 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 100,989 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 100,384 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 99,767 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 99,057 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 98,247 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 98,123 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 98,094 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 97,993 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 97,917 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 97,821 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 97,821 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 97,683 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 97,571 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 97,393 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 195,278 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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BWY 376S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BWY 376S, 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

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What year was BWY 376S registered?

BWY 376S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BWY 376S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWY 376S shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BWY 376S have outstanding finance?

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