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GCR 7

1970 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,270 mi
Last recorded56,270 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl54,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCR 7
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 56,270 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 54,605 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 54,485 miles

Battery insecure

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Sep 2012 54,485 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Battery insecure

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

O/S sill has slight corrosion

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2011 53,960 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 53,875 miles

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 53,481 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 52,850 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 51,569 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 49,512 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 78,901 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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GCR 7 is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,920 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 GCR 7, 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 56 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 GCR 7 registered?

GCR 7 is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is GCR 7 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCR 7 shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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