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FVN 218J

1973 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,042 mi
Last recorded95,042 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl93,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVN 218J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 95,042 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 95,042 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 90,805 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 89,951 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 89,563 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 89,090 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 88,616 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 87,599 miles

slight play in lower suspension joints

Fail 22 Jun 2012 87,599 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight play in lower suspension joints

Pass 25 May 2011 87,341 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 87,276 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 87,177 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 87,162 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 86,996 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 86,991 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 86,951 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 86,847 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 86,740 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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FVN 218J is a 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 93,304 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 FVN 218J, 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 53 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 FVN 218J registered?

FVN 218J is a 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 May 1973.

Is FVN 218J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVN 218J shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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