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FIW 409

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,048 mi
Last recorded116,048 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2010
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIW 409
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2010 116,048 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 115,814 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 115,457 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 115,108 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 115,108 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 114,895 miles

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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FIW 409 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,724cc 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 FIW 409, 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 FIW 409?

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What year was FIW 409 registered?

FIW 409 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 September 1978.

Is FIW 409 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIW 409 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.

Does FIW 409 have outstanding finance?

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