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WRV 142K

1974 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

175,181 mi
Last recorded175,181 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl91,273 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRV 142K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 175,181 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 175,165 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 175,165 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 175,030 miles

all tyres perished

inner sills, wheel arches and floor areas have been extensively repaired

Pass 30 Sep 2013 174,744 miles

inner sills, inner whell arches and floor areas have been extensively repaired

Fail 30 Sep 2013 174,744 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

inner sills, inner whell arches and floor areas have been extensively repaired

Pass 3 Mar 2006 174,490 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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WRV 142K is a 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 91,273 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 WRV 142K, 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 52 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 WRV 142K?

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What year was WRV 142K registered?

WRV 142K is a 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 October 1974.

Is WRV 142K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRV 142K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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