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A29 WSU

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

78,279 mi
Last recorded78,279 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA29 WSU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 78,279 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2020 78,274 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all 4 195/70r14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 78,147 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed grommet missing (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 77,017 miles

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axle frame mount bushes perishing (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended axel frame mount bushes perishing. (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 76,531 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 75,171 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,555 miles

Front bumper insecure

front panel coocded but not structual o/s/f n/s/f link rod rubbers slightly deteriated

Fail 9 Jun 2012 74,555 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Front bumper insecure

front panel coocded but not structual o/s/f n/s/f link rod rubbers slightly deteriated

Pass 25 Apr 2011 73,638 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 72,936 miles

batt output low

front/rear brake ferrules corroded

underside surface corrosion

Pass 30 Apr 2009 72,927 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front bumper insecure

Pass 30 Apr 2008 72,750 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 72,439 miles

underside surface corrosion

Pass 19 Apr 2006 71,985 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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A29 WSU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 A29 WSU, 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 A29 WSU registered?

A29 WSU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 June 1984.

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