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A534 YCY

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3813cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,970 mi
Last recorded94,970 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA534 YCY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,813cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2023 94,970 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 94,922 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 94,922 miles

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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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A534 YCY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,813cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A534 YCY, 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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How do I check the history of A534 YCY?

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What year was A534 YCY registered?

A534 YCY is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 November 1983.

Is A534 YCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A534 YCY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A534 YCY have outstanding finance?

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