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FIG 2778

1971 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,070 mi
Last recorded75,070 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2023
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl97,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 2778
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2023 75,070 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2023 75,070 miles

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2022 75,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play centre track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 73,809 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 72,473 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 71,215 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 70,302 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 68,468 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 67,954 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 67,952 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 65,562 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 65,301 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 65,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 64,943 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 64,674 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 63,528 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 63,115 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 63,115 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 62,844 miles

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

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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FIG 2778 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 97,817 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 FIG 2778, 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 55 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 FIG 2778?

You can check the full history of FIG 2778 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FIG 2778 registered?

FIG 2778 is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 June 1971.

Is FIG 2778 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 2778 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 2778 have outstanding finance?

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