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A284 PBW

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

155,287 mi
Last recorded155,287 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA284 PBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 155,287 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 155,257 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 154,495 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 154,494 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2017 152,422 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 149,940 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 148,616 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 147,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 144,156 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 143,390 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 143,390 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2011 142,564 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 142,564 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 141,744 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 140,330 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 140,262 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 May 2008 139,810 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 139,798 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 138,660 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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A284 PBW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 A284 PBW, 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 A284 PBW registered?

A284 PBW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 May 1984.

Is A284 PBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A284 PBW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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