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DKO 240T

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

100,383 mi
Last recorded100,383 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKO 240T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 100,383 miles

Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

general condition

Pass 5 Jul 2016 100,202 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 100,202 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 100,162 miles

NSR indicator / Tail light cracked but not showing white light

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear number plate backing plate req securing

Fail 22 Oct 2012 100,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

NSR indicator / Tail light cracked but not showing white light

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear number plate backing plate req securing

Pass 25 Oct 2011 99,083 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 98,348 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 98,106 miles

o/s/r inner c/v boot leaking

rear exhaust rusty but not blowing

Pass 15 Oct 2008 97,909 miles

Advise:o/s inner drive shaft boot holed

Advise:rear exhaust silencer rusty

Pass 19 Oct 2007 97,657 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 97,491 miles

Advise:N/s/f jacking point rusty.

Pass 26 Oct 2005 97,307 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 97,290 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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DKO 240T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 DKO 240T, 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 DKO 240T?

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What year was DKO 240T registered?

DKO 240T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 11 June 1979.

Is DKO 240T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKO 240T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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