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FRN 473M

1973 Mercedes-benz Sl

Yellow Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,309 mi
Last recorded135,309 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl93,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRN 473M
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2015 135,309 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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FRN 473M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl in Yellow with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FRN 473M, 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 FRN 473M?

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What year was FRN 473M registered?

FRN 473M is a 1973 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is FRN 473M safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRN 473M shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FRN 473M have outstanding finance?

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