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OLX 855P

1976 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

159,002 mi
Last recorded159,002 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2005
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl87,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLX 855P
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Jun 2005 159,002 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

advise front to rear brake pipes and ferrels corroding

advise fuel pipes corroding

advise spare wheel carrier corroding

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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OLX 855P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 OLX 855P, 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 OLX 855P?

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What year was OLX 855P registered?

OLX 855P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 May 1976.

Is OLX 855P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLX 855P shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OLX 855P have outstanding finance?

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