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A815 NPP

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

93,011 mi
Last recorded93,011 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2024
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA815 NPP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,977cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2024 93,011 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 91,531 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged rear steel brake pipes signs of rust but seem firm passed both brake tests - both roller and assistant test (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 91,494 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

general play throughout steering

general underside corrosion

Pass 28 Oct 2021 91,453 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 91,386 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Nov 2018 90,894 miles

General corrosion to underside of vehicle

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 90,537 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 89,469 miles

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

General corrosion and welding repairs to underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Oct 2015 89,305 miles

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

Nearside Front inner wheel arch floor pan corroded but not in a prescribed aera

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

Offside Front inner wheel arch floor pan corroded but not in a prescribed aera

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

corrosion to outer sills

rear tyres perished

Fail 29 Sep 2015 98,301 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front inner wheel arch floor pan corroded but not in a prescribed aera

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

Offside Front inner wheel arch floor pan corroded but not in a prescribed aera

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

corrosion to outer sills

rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Dec 2014 89,271 miles

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

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

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

brake bind at nearside front!

Pass 29 Nov 2013 89,090 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 88,719 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 88,243 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 88,061 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 88,040 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 87,046 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 86,451 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

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

rusting under vehicle

Pass 5 Dec 2005 85,908 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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A815 NPP is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,977cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 A815 NPP, 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 A815 NPP registered?

A815 NPP is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 September 1983.

Is A815 NPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A815 NPP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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