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GPP 363K

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Maroon Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,778 mi
Last recorded82,778 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPP 363K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2019 82,778 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 82,624 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 82,463 miles

Front wipers are slightly smearing

Pass 1 May 2015 82,410 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 8,229 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 82,276 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

battery loose

Pass 21 Apr 2011 82,186 miles

All four tyres perishing

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 17 May 2010 82,155 miles

All FDour Tyre Side WallsStarted To Crack

Pass 22 Apr 2009 82,086 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 82,083 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 82,014 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 82,006 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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GPP 363K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Maroon with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GPP 363K, 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

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What year was GPP 363K registered?

GPP 363K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 April 1972.

Is GPP 363K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPP 363K shows 12 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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