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A206 WEV

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

103,582 mi
Last recorded103,582 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA206 WEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 103,582 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2023 103,531 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 102,263 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 16 Aug 2022 102,263 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material cross pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 8 Jul 2021 101,713 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 101,701 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Mar 2020 101,660 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four within tread pattern and on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 101,660 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides of vehicle sidewalls and in tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides of vehicle on sidewalls and in tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 101,423 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 99,840 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 99,641 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 99,340 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 99,329 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 98,638 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 98,569 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 98,105 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 98,024 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 95,721 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 95,575 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 94,358 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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A206 WEV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A206 WEV, 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.

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What year was A206 WEV registered?

A206 WEV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A206 WEV safe to buy?

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