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A23 GJV

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

134,536 mi
Last recorded134,536 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 GJV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 134,536 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 19 Feb 2024 134,536 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength backing sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 134,536 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2023 134,536 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Dec 2022 134,536 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 133,847 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2021 133,847 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 132,771 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 132,063 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 131,867 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 130,819 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 130,819 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 128,810 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 128,810 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 128,807 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 128,777 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 128,771 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 128,771 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 May 2006 128,753 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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A23 GJV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 A23 GJV, 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 A23 GJV registered?

A23 GJV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

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The MOT history for A23 GJV shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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