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B721 DRS

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

60,283 mi
Last recorded60,283 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB721 DRS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 60,283 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 60,283 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 60,283 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 60,283 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 60,283 miles

Both front wiper blades poor condition

Nearside front and offside front outer track rod end grease covers in poor condition

Pass 5 Jun 2021 60,285 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 60,283 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking Under bonnet Nearside (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 10 May 2013 60,283 miles

Front antiroll bar bushes perishing.

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Slight bind offside rear brake.

Pass 10 May 2013 60,283 miles

Front antiroll bar bushes perishing.

Slight bind offside rear brake.

Pass 6 Jul 2010 60,283 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 60,283 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 60,283 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 60,283 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 60,283 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 60,283 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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B721 DRS is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 94,450 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 B721 DRS, 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 42 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 B721 DRS registered?

B721 DRS is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is B721 DRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B721 DRS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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