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PWR 566P

1976 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,687 mi
Last recorded113,687 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl87,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPWR 566P
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 113,687 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 112,693 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak on engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 112,209 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 111,436 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 109,895 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 109,082 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 108,659 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 108,101 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 107,407 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 105,851 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill repaired

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front outer sill repaired

engine oil leak

Fail 13 Oct 2016 105,851 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill repaired

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front outer sill repaired

engine oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2015 104,785 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 103,967 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 102,521 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 101,613 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 100,686 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 100,686 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 100,318 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 100,318 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 99,207 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 98,387 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 98,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2007 97,385 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2007 97,382 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 96,441 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 96,441 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

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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PWR 566P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PWR 566P, 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 PWR 566P?

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What year was PWR 566P registered?

PWR 566P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 June 1976.

Is PWR 566P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PWR 566P shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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