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139 XVB

1958 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 1897cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,846 mi
Last recorded6,846 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 1958 Mercedes-benz Sl46,082 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration139 XVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1958
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,897cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2009 6,846 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 5,982 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,368 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 2,989 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2005 475 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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139 XVB is a 1958 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 1,897cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 46,082 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 139 XVB, 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 68 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 139 XVB?

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What year was 139 XVB registered?

139 XVB is a 1958 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 November 1958.

Is 139 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 139 XVB shows 5 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 139 XVB have outstanding finance?

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