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LYN 678X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,390 mi
Last recorded38,390 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYN 678X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 38,390 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 38,198 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 37,809 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 37,644 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 35,677 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 34,864 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 34,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 4 May 2013 34,678 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 34,557 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 34,232 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 34,135 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 33,872 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 33,349 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 33,057 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 32,996 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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LYN 678X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 89,624 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 LYN 678X, 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 44 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 LYN 678X?

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What year was LYN 678X registered?

LYN 678X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is LYN 678X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYN 678X shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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