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RRN 448K

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,973 mi
Last recorded158,973 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRN 448K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 158,973 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2013 158,971 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 138,634 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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RRN 448K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RRN 448K, 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 RRN 448K registered?

RRN 448K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 June 1972.

Is RRN 448K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRN 448K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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