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A753 VVX

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,317 mi
Last recorded127,317 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA753 VVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2023 127,317 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2022 127,297 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 127,258 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 126,877 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 125,185 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 122,398 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 120,628 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 118,774 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 116,083 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 113,244 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 113,244 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 110,370 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 110,370 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

oil leak

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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A753 VVX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 A753 VVX, 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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What year was A753 VVX registered?

A753 VVX is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 November 1983.

Is A753 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A753 VVX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A753 VVX have outstanding finance?

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