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DRJ 735L

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,292 mi
Last recorded91,292 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRJ 735L
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2021 91,292 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 91,141 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 90,690 miles

Central Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 90,265 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 89,896 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 89,333 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 88,031 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 86,987 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 86,236 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 86,200 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 86,200 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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DRJ 735L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 DRJ 735L, 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

How do I check the history of DRJ 735L?

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What year was DRJ 735L registered?

DRJ 735L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is DRJ 735L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRJ 735L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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