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A77 XRP

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,017 mi
Last recorded65,017 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA77 XRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 65,017 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 64,780 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 64,760 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump not working (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 64,756 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 64,749 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 24 May 2012 64,635 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 64,626 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 May 2011 62,798 miles

N/S/F STEERING IDLER HAS SLIGHT PLAY IN BEARING

Pass 6 May 2009 60,548 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 58,621 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 58,276 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 58,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 57,254 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 57,254 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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A77 XRP is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 A77 XRP, 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 A77 XRP registered?

A77 XRP is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 May 1984.

Is A77 XRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A77 XRP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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