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A2 OPA

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,101 mi
Last recorded43,101 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 OPA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2023 43,101 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 43,101 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 May 2022 42,758 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 42,757 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2021 42,358 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 42,050 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 41,576 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 40,793 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 40,169 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKES ARE BINDING SLIGHTLY

BOTH REAR TYRES SIDEWALLS STARTING TO CRACK

Pass 17 May 2016 39,532 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 19 May 2015 39,068 miles

REAR TYRES STARTING TO CRACK ON SIDE WALLS

SLIGHT BIND FROM FRONT BRAKES

Pass 30 May 2014 38,517 miles

both front brakes binding

Pass 20 May 2013 38,000 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 38,000 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 37,436 miles

off side front brake binding

Pass 1 Jun 2011 37,114 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 36,745 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 36,745 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 36,119 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 35,731 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 35,393 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 34,916 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 OPA is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 A2 OPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A2 OPA registered?

A2 OPA is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A2 OPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 OPA shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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