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A3 GSV

1985 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

111,257 mi
Last recorded111,257 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl92,344 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GSV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 111,257 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 111,182 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 111,113 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 111,010 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 110,849 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 110,289 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 109,908 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 109,519 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 108,777 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 107,979 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 106,736 miles

both front chassis starting to rust

Fail 23 Sep 2015 106,736 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front chassis starting to rust

Fail 25 Apr 2014 105,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 105,568 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 105,557 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 105,557 miles

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 104,190 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 103,314 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 103,277 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 103,267 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 103,253 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 103,227 miles

corrosion underside of vehicle

Fail 6 Sep 2006 103,222 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

corrosion underside of vehicle

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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A3 GSV is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 A3 GSV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 GSV registered?

A3 GSV is a 1985 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 April 1985.

Is A3 GSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 GSV 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.

Does A3 GSV have outstanding finance?

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