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NPO 251R

1976 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

78,668 mi
Last recorded78,668 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl87,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPO 251R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 78,668 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipes on joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 78,646 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 78,615 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 78,580 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 78,463 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 78,429 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 75,360 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 78,327 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 78,293 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 78,197 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 78,100 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 78,044 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 78,038 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 77,871 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 77,871 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 77,780 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 77,780 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 77,568 miles

corrotion starting in rear of vehicle..

Fail 28 Jun 2006 77,568 miles

Nearside Inner Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

corrotion starting in rear of vehicle..

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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NPO 251R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,028 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NPO 251R, 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 50 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 NPO 251R?

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What year was NPO 251R registered?

NPO 251R is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is NPO 251R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPO 251R shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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