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XHO 350R

1977 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

140,929 mi
Last recorded140,929 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl92,981 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHO 350R
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2009 140,929 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 140,768 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 140,491 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 139,893 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2005 139,893 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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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XHO 350R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc 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 XHO 350R, 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

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What year was XHO 350R registered?

XHO 350R is a 1977 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is XHO 350R safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHO 350R 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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