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MML 34L

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

82,803 mi
Last recorded82,803 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMML 34L
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2018 82,803 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 82,564 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 82,072 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 81,676 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 81,574 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 81,284 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 80,850 miles

start of corrosion n/s undersill

start of corrosion n/s/f underarch rear

start of corrosion o/s/f underarch rear

Pass 15 Jun 2010 79,967 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 79,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 78,365 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 78,355 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 77,393 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 77,393 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Holed n/s inner arch/sill ( not perscribed area)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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MML 34L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MML 34L, 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 MML 34L?

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What year was MML 34L registered?

MML 34L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 November 1972.

Is MML 34L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MML 34L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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