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A3 MNL

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,003 mi
Last recorded25,003 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 MNL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 25,003 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 24,848 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 24,704 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 24,481 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 24,467 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 24,130 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 23,960 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 23,900 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 21,782 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 21,691 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 19,335 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 19,021 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 18,856 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 18,485 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 18,484 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

both front tyres are perished

both rear tyres are starting to perish

oil around rear diff

Pass 11 Jun 2012 18,276 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2011 17,350 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 16,821 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 16,142 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 15,683 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 15,592 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 15,592 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 15,460 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 MNL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 MNL, 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 37 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 A3 MNL registered?

A3 MNL is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is A3 MNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 MNL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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