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936 ABL

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,828 mi
Last recorded25,828 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration936 ABL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 25,828 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 25,316 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 24,964 miles

Front antiroll bar link bushes cracking but no excessive play

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Pipe to filter

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four slightly cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 24,472 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 24,424 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 24,295 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 24,247 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 24,215 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 24,127 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 24,029 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 23,851 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,181 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 22,995 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 22,799 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 22,635 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake hose rust

slight noise offside front wheel bearing

Pass 26 Jun 2007 22,543 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 22,301 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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936 ABL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 936 ABL, 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

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What year was 936 ABL registered?

936 ABL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is 936 ABL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 936 ABL shows 17 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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