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XMB 1

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

52,350 mi
Last recorded52,350 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMB 1
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,379cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 52,350 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 52,330 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 52,228 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 51,748 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 50,413 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 47,845 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 47,504 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 47,446 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 46,984 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 46,528 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 46,515 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 46,375 miles

o/s and n/s rear hubs loose

Fail 4 Jul 2012 46,375 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s and n/s rear hubs loose

Pass 17 Sep 2010 46,118 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 46,118 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 45,789 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 45,207 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 44,440 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 44,238 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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XMB 1 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 XMB 1, 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 XMB 1 registered?

XMB 1 is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 February 1972.

Is XMB 1 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMB 1 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMB 1 have outstanding finance?

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