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A747 TKX

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,399 mi
Last recorded68,399 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA747 TKX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 68,399 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 67,674 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 67,349 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 May 2014 66,564 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 May 2013 66,050 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 8 May 2013 66,027 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 11 May 2012 65,148 miles

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 8 May 2009 65,138 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 64,935 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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A747 TKX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A747 TKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A747 TKX registered?

A747 TKX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A747 TKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A747 TKX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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