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LIL 921

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

124,526 mi
Last recorded124,526 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIL 921
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 124,526 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 124,437 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 124,411 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 123,312 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 124,140 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 124,111 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 124,064 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 124,003 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 123,760 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 123,699 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 123,474 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 123,481 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 123,369 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 123,369 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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LIL 921 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 921, 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 921?

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What year was LIL 921 registered?

LIL 921 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is LIL 921 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIL 921 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LIL 921 have outstanding finance?

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