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GKR 350L

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

156,663 mi
Last recorded156,663 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2007
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKR 350L
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2007 156,663 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 156,405 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2006 156,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GKR 350L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GKR 350L, 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 GKR 350L?

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What year was GKR 350L registered?

GKR 350L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 December 1972.

Is GKR 350L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKR 350L shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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