MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
150,284 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Offside Rear Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.
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DBY 252M is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 4,520cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 97,817 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 DBY 252M, 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 55 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 DBY 252M?
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What year was DBY 252M registered?
DBY 252M is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 July 1971.
Is DBY 252M safe to buy?
The MOT history for DBY 252M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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