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A288 MSH

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

90,456 mi
Last recorded90,456 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA288 MSH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 90,456 miles

Central Exhaust mounting missing [one]

Pass 13 Apr 2017 90,387 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 90,387 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 90,285 miles

engine slightly smokey

slight front brake bind

Pass 2 Apr 2015 90,175 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 89,984 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 89,984 miles

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 89,401 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f slight brake bind

Pass 5 Apr 2012 88,855 miles

Advise brake system/caliper overhaul

Advise nsf brake drag/holding on

Fail 5 Apr 2012 88,855 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Advise co level close to limit

Advise nsf brake drag/holding on

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 11 May 2010 88,006 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 88,006 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 87,129 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 87,129 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Centre exhaust rubbers perished

Pass 23 Apr 2008 86,031 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

jubilee clip on fuel hose from tank to pump badly corroded and split(no fuel leak evident)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 85,052 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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A288 MSH is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 A288 MSH, 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 A288 MSH registered?

A288 MSH is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A288 MSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A288 MSH shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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