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SPY 301C

1965 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,628 mi
Last recorded33,628 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 1965 Mercedes-benz Sl50,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPY 301C
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 33,628 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 33,489 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 32,842 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 32,286 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 31,509 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 30,675 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 30,675 miles

Offside Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 May 2013 29,721 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 May 2012 28,847 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 26,463 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 25,927 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

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Pass 28 May 2010 23,333 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 23,190 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 23,016 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 22,278 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 21,781 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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SPY 301C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1965 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 50,770 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 SPY 301C, 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 61 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 SPY 301C?

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What year was SPY 301C registered?

SPY 301C is a 1965 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 November 1965.

Is SPY 301C safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPY 301C shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPY 301C have outstanding finance?

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