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NYV 640

1976 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,820 mi
Last recorded68,820 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl87,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYV 640
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 68,820 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 21 Mar 2018 68,636 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 68,437 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 68,337 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 68,160 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 68,160 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 68,074 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 67,838 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 67,598 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 67,449 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 66,478 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 65,640 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 64,736 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 63,337 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2006 62,754 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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NYV 640 is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 NYV 640, 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 NYV 640?

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What year was NYV 640 registered?

NYV 640 is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 August 1976.

Is NYV 640 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NYV 640 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.

Does NYV 640 have outstanding finance?

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