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UDG 526

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4449cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,526 mi
Last recorded98,526 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDG 526
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,449cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2019 98,526 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 97,562 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 96,701 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 96,568 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 96,519 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 96,512 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 96,506 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 May 2009 96,501 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 96,441 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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UDG 526 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,449cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 94,606 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 UDG 526, 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 47 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 UDG 526 registered?

UDG 526 is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is UDG 526 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDG 526 shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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