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A814 TMJ

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

135,955 mi
Last recorded135,955 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA814 TMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 135,955 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff slight leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 135,498 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 135,322 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 134,736 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 134,297 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 133,943 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 133,614 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 133,144 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 132,616 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 132,333 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 132,292 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 132,095 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 131,683 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 131,683 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 131,397 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 130,898 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 130,892 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 130,605 miles

Nearside Rear 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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A814 TMJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A814 TMJ, 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 A814 TMJ registered?

A814 TMJ is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 February 1984.

Is A814 TMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A814 TMJ shows 18 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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