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JDS 786K

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Bronze Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,117 mi
Last recorded63,117 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJDS 786K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 63,117 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 62,940 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 62,554 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 15 Dec 2016 62,544 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 62,202 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 61,920 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 61,754 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jan 2006 61,754 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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JDS 786K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Bronze with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 JDS 786K, 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 JDS 786K registered?

JDS 786K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is JDS 786K safe to buy?

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