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GVG 751K

1971 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

112,360 mi
Last recorded112,360 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl97,817 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVG 751K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 112,360 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff oil

Pass 9 Aug 2024 112,208 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 112,045 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 111,943 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 111,601 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2021 111,583 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 111,233 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 111,233 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 111,226 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 111,029 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 111,029 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 110,904 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 110,538 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 109,259 miles

Both front brake hoses pass throught an eyelet without a rubber gromit .

Both rear brakes are distorted slightly .

The power steering box has a slight fluid leak .

one of the centre exhaust rubbers has perished.

Pass 18 Jun 2012 108,280 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 108,280 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 107,665 miles

the o/s rear brake is binding slightly .

Pass 22 Jun 2010 106,963 miles

The o/s exhaust frontpipe / manifold joint is leaking slightly .

There appears to be a slight fluid leak from both steering box and power steering pump areas .

There is slight damage to the o/s seat belt webbing .

Pass 29 Jun 2009 105,570 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 104,518 miles

the o/s front exhaust manifold has a slight blow .

Pass 28 Jun 2007 103,559 miles

The n/s front wheel bearing is becoming slightly rough .

Pass 29 Jun 2006 101,966 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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GVG 751K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 97,817 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 GVG 751K, 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 55 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 GVG 751K registered?

GVG 751K is a 1971 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 August 1971.

Is GVG 751K safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVG 751K shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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