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A769 ERT

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,618 mi
Last recorded51,618 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA769 ERT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 51,618 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 51,311 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 50,923 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 50,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 9 May 2019 50,917 miles

Offside Outer sill corroded near to jacking point

Pass 15 May 2017 50,864 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 50,864 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 50,591 miles

Rear fuel pipes corroded

under bonnet fuel valve corroded

Pass 28 Apr 2015 50,519 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 50,244 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 49,779 miles

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

rear exhaust bracket bolt loose

Pass 20 Feb 2012 46,518 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 46,518 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 44,809 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 44,398 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 44,398 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 42,477 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 41,135 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 41,015 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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A769 ERT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 A769 ERT, 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 A769 ERT registered?

A769 ERT is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 September 1983.

Is A769 ERT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A769 ERT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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