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A363 GAL

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

127,172 mi
Last recorded127,172 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA363 GAL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 127,172 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 24 Jun 2024 127,149 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 22 Jun 2024 127,078 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 126,745 miles

Odometer not working

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 126,746 miles

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

Speedometer is not working

Fail 7 Jul 2023 126,746 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Speedometer is not working

Pass 1 Aug 2022 126,746 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 126,746 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 126,746 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 125,508 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 124,872 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 124,859 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 124,718 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 124,718 miles

slight leak offside outer driveshaft gaiter

slight oil leak rear diff

Pass 23 May 2014 124,431 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 22 May 2013 124,318 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 123,306 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear axle & transmission oil leaks

Pass 24 May 2011 122,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leaks from gearbox area/rear axle

slight leak o/s/r outer driveshaft boot

Fail 24 May 2011 122,607 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

oil leaks from gearbox area/rear axle

slight leak o/s/r outer driveshaft boot

Pass 27 Apr 2010 121,903 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 121,620 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 121,233 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 119,818 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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A363 GAL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 A363 GAL, 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 A363 GAL registered?

A363 GAL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A363 GAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A363 GAL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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