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VTR 126T

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

110,574 mi
Last recorded110,574 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTR 126T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 110,574 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 107,665 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 106,473 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 106,471 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 105,426 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 101,397 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 101,218 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 100,917 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 100,509 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 100,498 miles

nearside and offside rear chassis has slight corrosion

steering has slight play

Pass 29 Sep 2006 100,226 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 100,060 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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VTR 126T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 94,523 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 VTR 126T, 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 48 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 VTR 126T?

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What year was VTR 126T registered?

VTR 126T is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is VTR 126T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTR 126T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VTR 126T have outstanding finance?

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