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WDE 57K

1971 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

120,727 mi
Last recorded120,727 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl97,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDE 57K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 120,727 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded rear section (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 120,670 miles

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

Fail 30 Jul 2016 120,663 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases balance pipe at nearside (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 120,620 miles

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 120,566 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 Jun 2014 120,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both rear tyres have slight cracking to sidewalls

Pass 12 Sep 2012 120,399 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 120,393 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

all four tyres are showing signs of perishing

Pass 10 Aug 2011 120,345 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 120,317 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 120,275 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 120,184 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 119,945 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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WDE 57K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 97,817 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 WDE 57K, 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 55 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 WDE 57K?

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What year was WDE 57K registered?

WDE 57K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is WDE 57K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDE 57K shows 13 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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