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A502 SKM

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,754 mi
Last recorded82,754 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA502 SKM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 82,754 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 82,753 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 82,421 miles

Rear Rear sub frame bushes perished

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 82,339 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 82,214 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2016 82,214 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 82,120 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 81,745 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 81,271 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 80,872 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 80,100 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 79,586 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 76,717 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 76,717 miles

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

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

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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A502 SKM is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 A502 SKM, 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.

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What year was A502 SKM registered?

A502 SKM is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1983.

Is A502 SKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A502 SKM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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