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OGR 222H

1970 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

64,381 mi
Last recorded64,381 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl54,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOGR 222H
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 64,381 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 63,851 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 63,566 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 63,335 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 63,060 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 62,574 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 62,336 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 61,729 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 61,729 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 61,350 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 60,879 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 59,870 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 59,701 miles

Battery insecure

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2007 59,424 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 58,243 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 58,075 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

osf nsr swivel pins worn

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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OGR 222H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,920 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 OGR 222H, 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 56 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 OGR 222H?

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What year was OGR 222H registered?

OGR 222H is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is OGR 222H safe to buy?

The MOT history for OGR 222H shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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