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A20 BGW

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,154 mi
Last recorded103,154 miles
Recorded on7 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 BGW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2014 103,154 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 102,881 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 102,626 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2006 102,626 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s/r inner d/shaft gaiter cracking up 2 nails in o/s/r tyre tread

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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A20 BGW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A20 BGW, 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 A20 BGW?

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What year was A20 BGW registered?

A20 BGW is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A20 BGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 BGW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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