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OEE 878S

1977 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

127,059 mi
Last recorded127,059 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl92,981 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEE 878S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 127,059 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 127,043 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing/ body area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 126,545 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 126,535 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 126,459 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 126,459 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 125,917 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s front brake brake disc cover corroded.

Pass 8 Nov 2012 125,737 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 125,697 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 125,620 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 125,258 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 125,232 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 125,232 miles

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2008 125,136 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 125,134 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 124,064 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 123,815 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 123,813 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

vehicle checked as best as possible due to thick coating of underseal,

Pass 20 Jun 2006 121,866 miles

centre & rear exhaust mounting rubbers perishing

creaking from front suspension

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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OEE 878S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 92,981 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 OEE 878S, 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 49 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OEE 878S registered?

OEE 878S is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 September 1977.

Is OEE 878S safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEE 878S shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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