MOT Status
ValidMileage
166,005 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Coil spring corroded All Four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Covered in underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking fuel pump washer (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Coolant leak rad ()
Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Nearside Front corrosions near footwell
Oil leak
General underbody corrosion
Oil leak
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
slight corrosion on nearside front floorpan
slight corrosion under nearside front wheel arch
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
slight corrosion on nearside front floorpan
slight corrosion under nearside front wheel arch
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
slight corrosion on nearside front floorpan
slight corrosion under nearside front wheel arch
slight corrosion under nearside front wheel arch
slight corrosion under nearside front wheel arch
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FCL 1E is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 FCL 1E, 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 FCL 1E?
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What year was FCL 1E registered?
FCL 1E is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1979.
Is FCL 1E safe to buy?
The MOT history for FCL 1E shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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