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CFE 876S

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Brown Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

166,489 mi
Last recorded166,489 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFE 876S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 166,489 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2011 166,489 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2010 166,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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CFE 876S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Brown with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 CFE 876S, 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 CFE 876S registered?

CFE 876S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 March 1978.

Is CFE 876S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFE 876S shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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