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A188 XTX

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,542 mi
Last recorded90,542 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA188 XTX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 90,542 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front subframe, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front tyres slight wear on shoulders

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL four tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 90,530 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front subframe, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front tyres slight wear on shoulders

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL four tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

brake warning lamp on dash - cannot see brake pad condition

Pass 13 Apr 2023 90,323 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 89,801 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 89,326 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

oil leak

osf wiper smear

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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A188 XTX is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 94,450 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 A188 XTX, 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 42 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 A188 XTX?

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What year was A188 XTX registered?

A188 XTX is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 April 1984.

Is A188 XTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A188 XTX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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