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XSL 961

1974 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,921 mi
Last recorded72,921 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2018
Typical for 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl91,273 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSL 961
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2018 72,921 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 71,168 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 69,616 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 69,616 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 68,308 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 66,620 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 64,600 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 61,389 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 59,671 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2008 59,357 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 59,357 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 58,683 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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XSL 961 is a 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 XSL 961, 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 XSL 961?

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What year was XSL 961 registered?

XSL 961 is a 1974 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 1974.

Is XSL 961 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSL 961 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XSL 961 have outstanding finance?

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