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2 WRP

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

135,175 mi
Last recorded135,175 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 WRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 135,175 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 135,166 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2007 134,447 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 134,445 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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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2 WRP is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 91,141 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 2 WRP, 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 54 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 2 WRP registered?

2 WRP is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is 2 WRP safe to buy?

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