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DAZ 5450

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,137 mi
Last recorded131,137 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDAZ 5450
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 131,137 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil Leak

Pass 12 Sep 2014 13,099 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 130,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 129,336 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 129,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 129,171 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 129,031 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 129,031 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 128,739 miles

Oil leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 12 May 2008 128,388 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 127,594 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 127,594 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.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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DAZ 5450 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 94,606 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 DAZ 5450, 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 47 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 DAZ 5450?

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What year was DAZ 5450 registered?

DAZ 5450 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is DAZ 5450 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DAZ 5450 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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