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HIL 4151

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,624 mi
Last recorded65,624 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 4151
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2017 65,624 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 65,556 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 65,526 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 65,526 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 65,488 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 65,458 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 65,447 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 65,445 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2010 65,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2009 65,352 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 65,352 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 65,273 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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HIL 4151 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HIL 4151, 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

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What year was HIL 4151 registered?

HIL 4151 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 May 1978.

Is HIL 4151 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 4151 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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