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CDT 689T

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

127,583 mi
Last recorded127,583 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDT 689T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 127,583 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 127,560 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 127,560 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 127,085 miles

welding repairs heaverly under sealed

Fail 6 Jan 2011 127,080 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 7 Dec 2010 127,017 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Advice that near side sill is croded but is out side of the persribed area.

Advice that some of the fuel pump mounting have snapped but pump is still supported.

Pass 20 Oct 2009 126,999 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 126,976 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 126,889 miles

corrosion o\s\f floor pan not within a prescribed area

Pass 30 Aug 2007 126,757 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 126,482 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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CDT 689T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 CDT 689T, 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 CDT 689T?

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What year was CDT 689T registered?

CDT 689T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 17 November 1978.

Is CDT 689T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDT 689T shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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