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A679 WEV

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,472 mi
Last recorded32,472 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA679 WEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 32,472 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 32,286 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 31,907 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underbody undersealed

Pass 7 May 2021 31,740 miles

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2019 31,313 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 31,243 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 30,841 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 30,821 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 30,721 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 30,647 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 30,286 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 30,045 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 30,039 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 29,533 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 29,302 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 28,341 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 27,818 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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A679 WEV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A679 WEV, 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 A679 WEV registered?

A679 WEV is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A679 WEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A679 WEV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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