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LSV 145

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

107,601 mi
Last recorded107,601 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSV 145
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 107,601 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 107,601 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively STEERING (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 107,016 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 105,962 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 105,064 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 104,629 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 104,293 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 104,060 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 103,324 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 102,654 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 102,134 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 101,337 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 100,705 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 100,393 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 100,093 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 99,464 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 99,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2010 99,374 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 98,897 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 98,351 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 98,018 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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LSV 145 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 94,523 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 LSV 145, 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 48 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 LSV 145?

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What year was LSV 145 registered?

LSV 145 is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 November 1978.

Is LSV 145 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSV 145 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LSV 145 have outstanding finance?

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