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WKY 635K

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,900 mi
Last recorded109,900 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKY 635K
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2017 109,900 miles

slight bind on both front brakes

slight smoke on idle from exhaust

slight wear on steering box

Pass 22 Oct 2016 10,989 miles

slight bind on front brakes

some surface corrosion on underside

Pass 15 Aug 2015 109,889 miles

slight smoke from exhaust on idle

some surfase corrosion on underside

Pass 12 Jul 2014 109,883 miles

some smoke from exhaust

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

some surfase corrosion on underside

Pass 20 Apr 2013 109,862 miles

slight bind on front brakes

slight wear on steering

some smooke from exhaust on idle

Pass 13 Apr 2012 109,846 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

some smoke from exhaust not exessive

Pass 11 Nov 2010 109,825 miles

slight bind on front brakes

some smoke from exhaust on idle

wipers only work on one position

Pass 17 Sep 2009 109,769 miles

Rear Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

some serface corrosiun on unerside of vehicle

Pass 5 Aug 2008 109,679 miles

some general corrosion on under neath some wear on suspension bushes all in keeping with age of vehicle

Pass 4 Aug 2007 109,606 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 109,481 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 109,274 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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WKY 635K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WKY 635K, 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 WKY 635K registered?

WKY 635K is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is WKY 635K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WKY 635K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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