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A2 DNC

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2014
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

98,030 mi
Last recorded98,030 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 DNC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2016 98,030 miles

Headlamp aim too low BOTH (1.8)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake pipe excessively corroded FROM BRAKE MASTER (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT OF FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded REAR OF FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases CENTRE AND FRONT (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect BOTH (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WHEEL ARCH (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WHEEL ARCH (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WHEEL ARCH (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER WHEEL ARCH (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake recording little or no effort BOTH REAR (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 98,030 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 98,030 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

gear box sump gaskit leaking oil

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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A2 DNC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 92,344 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 A2 DNC, 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 41 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 A2 DNC registered?

A2 DNC is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 August 1985.

Is A2 DNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 DNC shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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