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WPO 609T

1979 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,637 mi
Last recorded134,637 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl94,606 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPO 609T
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 134,637 miles

Both rear tyres cracks occurring

Coil spring corroded Front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff oil leak present

Fail 21 Aug 2019 134,621 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Both rear tyres cracks occurring

Coil spring corroded Front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel cap seal perished

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff oil leak present

Fail 2 Aug 2019 134,576 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread has cracks. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks on outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear petrol cap seal slightly perhised.

Rear rear diff has slight oil leak.

Pass 22 May 2018 132,463 miles

Both front anti-roll bar link rubber deteriorated

Both front tyres ageing and cracking

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 May 2018 132,463 miles

Both front anti-roll bar link rubber deteriorated

Both front tyres ageing and cracking

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2016 130,870 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner wheel arch/sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 129,245 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 127,395 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 125,908 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 125,795 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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WPO 609T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 WPO 609T, 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 WPO 609T registered?

WPO 609T is a 1979 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 May 1979.

Is WPO 609T safe to buy?

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