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YND 37L

1972 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

142,484 mi
Last recorded142,484 miles
Recorded on30 May 2015
Typical for 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl91,141 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYND 37L
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2015 142,484 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 142,474 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Jun 2011 141,984 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 141,984 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2008 141,502 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 141,414 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 141,486 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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YND 37L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YND 37L, 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 YND 37L?

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What year was YND 37L registered?

YND 37L is a 1972 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 August 1972.

Is YND 37L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YND 37L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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