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A333 HGU

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

108,601 mi
Last recorded108,601 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA333 HGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 108,601 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 108,490 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 108,353 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Pass 29 Jul 2022 108,322 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 108,322 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 107,754 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 107,486 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 107,356 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 107,326 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 107,311 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 107,290 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 107,253 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 107,006 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 106,873 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 106,427 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 105,638 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 104,433 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 103,824 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 102,964 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 99,402 miles

slight play in steering box

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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A333 HGU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 A333 HGU, 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 A333 HGU registered?

A333 HGU is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 July 1984.

Is A333 HGU safe to buy?

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