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PJL 795R

1977 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

81,574 mi
Last recorded81,574 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl92,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJL 795R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 81,574 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 79,165 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 76,813 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 75,771 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 72,757 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 71,394 miles

Slight exhaust blow from front transfer pipe.

Fail 8 Sep 2015 71,391 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Slight exhaust blow from front transfer pipe.

Pass 23 Jun 2014 71,199 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 70,669 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 69,473 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 69,473 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2011 69,355 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 69,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 69,138 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 68,653 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 68,653 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 68,320 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 68,315 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 68,304 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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PJL 795R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 PJL 795R, 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 PJL 795R registered?

PJL 795R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1977.

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