MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
157,149 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
exhaust poor condition temp repair centre and rear
Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
General under body corrosion
Central fuel pipes corroded
Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
centre exhaust box outer skin corroded
Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded FUEL PIPE ()
Nearside Front FOG LAMP INOPERATIVE
Rear Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded DIESEL PIPE ()
Nearside Front FOG LAMP INOPERATIVE
Rear Coil spring corroded O/S & N/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside center floor corroded
parking brake travel needs reducing
Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
both sides rear coil springs /unable to view fully
undertrays and outer sill covers fitted and centre exhaust system corroded
Central Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken off (7.1.1)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS
Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides rears worn on inner edges /replace now (4.1.E.1)
both sides rear coil springs /unable to view fully
undertrays and outer sill covers fitted and centre exhaust system corroded
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
advise of slight play in most rear suspension bushes
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?
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A61 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 5,956cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.
Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 82,468 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 A61 AMG, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was A61 AMG registered?
A61 AMG is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1996.
Is A61 AMG safe to buy?
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