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JYT 479N

1975 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

128,836 mi
Last recorded128,836 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2014
Typical for 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl109,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYT 479N
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2014 128,836 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 128,805 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2012 128,805 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2008 128,791 miles

Rear 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 Feb 2007 128,550 miles

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

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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JYT 479N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 109,442 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 JYT 479N, 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 51 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 JYT 479N registered?

JYT 479N is a 1975 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1975.

Is JYT 479N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYT 479N shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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