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JNJ 459V

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,873 mi
Last recorded115,873 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2008
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNJ 459V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2008 115,873 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 115,750 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 115,731 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 115,122 miles

all four front subframe mounts spliting & deterorated

corrosion to n/s inner wheel arch [under bonnet]

n/s wiperblade split but clearing screen

o/s seat belt buckle plastic surround broken.does not compromise function.

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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JNJ 459V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 JNJ 459V, 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.

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What year was JNJ 459V registered?

JNJ 459V is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 November 1979.

Is JNJ 459V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNJ 459V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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