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A3 JTA

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

82,654 mi
Last recorded82,654 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 JTA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 82,654 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 82,612 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 82,608 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Apr 2014 82,608 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jan 2013 80,764 miles

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

Nearside front and offside front shock absorber top mounts are starting to deteriorate

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jan 2012 78,477 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 75,437 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 73,153 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 69,295 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 65,483 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 62,677 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 62,637 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 61,617 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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A3 JTA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,414 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 JTA, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A3 JTA registered?

A3 JTA is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 September 1993.

Is A3 JTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 JTA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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