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PHJ 225K

1971 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

114,071 mi
Last recorded114,071 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl97,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHJ 225K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 114,071 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play center (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 113,538 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 113,523 miles

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

Offside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 113,436 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 113,436 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advise cleaning and protecting fuel lines

Engine has an oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2007 113,359 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 112,752 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2006 112,752 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a modification which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PHJ 225K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 97,817 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 PHJ 225K, 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 55 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PHJ 225K registered?

PHJ 225K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 November 1971.

Is PHJ 225K safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHJ 225K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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