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FNM 433T

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,423 mi
Last recorded13,423 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2024
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNM 433T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2024 13,423 miles

slight corrosion front inner sills

Pass 11 Jun 2019 10,345 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 10,345 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 9,711 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 9,493 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 9,440 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 7,844 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 7,844 miles

Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 6,748 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 6,509 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 6,509 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 6,126 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 6,126 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 5,346 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 5,346 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 3,760 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 3,625 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 3,625 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 3,265 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 2,653 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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FNM 433T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FNM 433T, 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

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What year was FNM 433T registered?

FNM 433T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 May 1979.

Is FNM 433T safe to buy?

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