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JOK 498N

1974 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,035 mi
Last recorded108,035 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl91,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOK 498N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 108,035 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 107,672 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 107,584 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 107,458 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 107,381 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 107,319 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 107,252 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 107,154 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 107,153 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2011 107,076 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

not sure what has been done to fuel leak but not leaking at time of retest ??

steering box leaking

Fail 11 May 2011 107,075 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

steering box leaking

Pass 11 May 2010 106,925 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

slight fluid leak from steering box

Fail 11 May 2010

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

slight fluid leak from steering box

Pass 5 May 2009 106,740 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 106,561 miles

all front subframe bushes worn

slight fault o.s.r light

steering box damp

Pass 10 May 2007 106,357 miles

o.s. sill trim insecure

Fail 10 May 2007 106,357 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

o.s. sill trim insecure

Pass 16 May 2006 105,785 miles

Offside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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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JOK 498N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 91,273 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 JOK 498N, 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 52 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 JOK 498N registered?

JOK 498N is a 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is JOK 498N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOK 498N 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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