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300 GUE

1973 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4520cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

113,386 mi
Last recorded113,386 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl93,304 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration300 GUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,520cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 113,386 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 112,924 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 112,245 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 111,754 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 111,356 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 110,886 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 110,480 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 110,053 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 109,804 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 109,580 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 109,496 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 108,875 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 108,161 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 May 2008 107,772 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 107,762 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2007 107,545 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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300 GUE is a 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 93,304 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 300 GUE, 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 53 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 300 GUE?

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What year was 300 GUE registered?

300 GUE is a 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 October 1973.

Is 300 GUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 300 GUE shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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