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322 CGW

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

42,329 mi
Last recorded42,329 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration322 CGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 42,329 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 42,278 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 42,277 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 42,044 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 41,985 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 41,705 miles

rear fuel hoses in slightly poor condition

Pass 7 Jul 2017 41,593 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 41,421 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Small leak of exhaust gases after the centre baffle (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 41,305 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 40,497 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 26 Jun 2013 40,151 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 39,880 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 39,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 39,198 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 38,647 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 38,023 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 36,968 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 35,950 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 35,912 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 35,499 miles

N/S/F tyer starting to perish

N/S/R tyer starting to perish

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

O/S/F tyer starting to perish

crack in front screen lower O/S bottom corner

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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322 CGW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 93,251 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 322 CGW, 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 43 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 322 CGW?

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What year was 322 CGW registered?

322 CGW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 September 1983.

Is 322 CGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 322 CGW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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