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LIL 6806

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Cream Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,242 mi
Last recorded123,242 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIL 6806
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2019 123,242 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 122,981 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 122,530 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 122,227 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 121,865 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 121,188 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 120,754 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 119,849 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 119,817 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2006 118,620 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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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LIL 6806 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Cream with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LIL 6806, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LIL 6806?

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What year was LIL 6806 registered?

LIL 6806 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 September 1979.

Is LIL 6806 safe to buy?

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