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WAS 157

1977 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

53,377 mi
Last recorded53,377 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2013
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl92,981 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAS 157
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2013 53,377 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 53,357 miles

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 53,222 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 52,926 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 52,926 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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WAS 157 is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WAS 157, 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

How do I check the history of WAS 157?

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What year was WAS 157 registered?

WAS 157 is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 November 1977.

Is WAS 157 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAS 157 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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