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A3 TBN

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

117,997 mi
Last recorded117,997 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 TBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 117,997 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing to suspension mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wingto suspension mounting (2.4.A.3)

Fail 11 Apr 2016 117,985 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Position lamp switch insecure broken (1.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing to suspension mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wingto suspension mounting (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 117,335 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise front wings corroded

Fail 22 Sep 2011 117,335 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1) DANGEROUS

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise front wings corroded

Pass 16 Nov 2010 116,363 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 114,620 miles

advise offside back plate rubbing

offside front lower wing corroded heavy !!

Pass 26 Nov 2008 113,864 miles

Corrosion to body work but not deemed prescribed areas

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 113,864 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Corrosion to body work but not deemed prescribed areas

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 113,864 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 112,742 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside front wing corroded

Fail 10 Jul 2007 112,742 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

offside front wing corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2006 107,101 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 107,101 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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
Full Mercedes-benz Sl reliability report

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A3 TBN is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 93,251 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TBN, 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 43 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 TBN?

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What year was A3 TBN registered?

A3 TBN is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A3 TBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 TBN shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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