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YEL 766S

1978 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2022
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,378 mi
Last recorded115,378 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2021
Typical for 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl94,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 766S
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2021 115,378 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 114,892 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 114,852 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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YEL 766S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 94,523 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 YEL 766S, 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 48 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 YEL 766S?

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What year was YEL 766S registered?

YEL 766S is a 1978 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is YEL 766S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 766S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YEL 766S have outstanding finance?

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