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VLS 1T

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,858 mi
Last recorded58,858 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLS 1T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Jun 2026 58,858 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 58,403 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 57,931 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 57,636 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All mounting bushes slightly worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 57,302 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 56,845 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 56,097 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 55,823 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 55,623 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 55,049 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 54,569 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 53,543 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 52,858 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 52,530 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 May 2011 51,837 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

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

Pass 15 May 2010 50,798 miles

Front Steering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 9 May 2009 50,026 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 49,235 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 47,924 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 46,004 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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VLS 1T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 VLS 1T, 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 VLS 1T registered?

VLS 1T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 April 1979.

Is VLS 1T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLS 1T shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VLS 1T have outstanding finance?

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