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DRU 821T

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

105,308 mi
Last recorded105,308 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRU 821T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 105,308 miles

all tyres side walls cracking though age

Fail 27 Jun 2017 105,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

all tyres cracking up through age

Pass 19 May 2016 105,173 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

all tyre wall cracking up due to age

smell of petrol from underneath?

Pass 12 Sep 2012 105,151 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 104,654 miles

corrosion on chassis by rear suspension.

Pass 22 Jun 2010 104,627 miles

Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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DRU 821T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DRU 821T, 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 DRU 821T?

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What year was DRU 821T registered?

DRU 821T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 September 1978.

Is DRU 821T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRU 821T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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