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A41 HDC

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

45,112 mi
Last recorded45,112 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA41 HDC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 45,112 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 44,341 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 44,154 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 43,405 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack damper is leaking

Pass 25 Sep 2017 42,332 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 42,332 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2016 41,347 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 40,967 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 40,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 38,416 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 35,026 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 35,017 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 34,825 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 34,779 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 34,664 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 34,528 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 34,480 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 34,460 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 34,334 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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A41 HDC is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A41 HDC, 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 A41 HDC registered?

A41 HDC is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1984.

Is A41 HDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A41 HDC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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