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A226 SYX

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

19,889 mi
Last recorded19,889 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA226 SYX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 19,889 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 19,637 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 19,319 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 19,311 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 18,935 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 18,557 miles

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

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured on fuel pump (4.11 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 18,246 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 17,933 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 17,933 miles

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 17,459 miles

n/s/f fog lamp cracked

slight corrosion on rear exhaust

slight engine oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2016 16,842 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 16,136 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 15,772 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 15,115 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 15,115 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 14,738 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 14,445 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

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

Fail 21 Jun 2011 14,445 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,468 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 12,543 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 11,660 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 10,799 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 10,799 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 10,316 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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A226 SYX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 A226 SYX, 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.

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What year was A226 SYX registered?

A226 SYX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 November 1983.

Is A226 SYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A226 SYX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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