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A724 FRC

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

82,895 mi
Last recorded82,895 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA724 FRC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 82,895 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 82,892 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 82,889 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 82,883 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 82,876 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 82,765 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 82,681 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 81,949 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 81,337 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 80,615 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2015 80,580 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 79,914 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 79,715 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 79,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

rear exhaust mounting rubbers perished

Pass 21 Jun 2011 79,164 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 78,610 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 78,435 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 78,435 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 77,509 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 76,959 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 76,838 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 76,704 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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A724 FRC is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A724 FRC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A724 FRC?

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What year was A724 FRC registered?

A724 FRC is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 February 1984.

Is A724 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A724 FRC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A724 FRC have outstanding finance?

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