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A820 UGD

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,870 mi
Last recorded94,870 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2018
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA820 UGD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2018 94,870 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 94,810 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 94,714 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 94,273 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 94,273 miles

Direction indicator not working o/s/f (1.4.A.2c)

Headlamp aim too low n/s (1.8)

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp o/s{indicator} (1.1.A.3f)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s/r wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s/f floor area (5.2.6)

n/s & o/s sill/front wheel arch areas excessively corroded - not prescribed area

Pass 4 Aug 2014 93,956 miles

underside corroded-covered in underseal corrosion may be excessive

Fail 26 Jul 2014 93,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

underside corroded-covered in underseal corrosion may be excessive

Pass 9 Jul 2013 90,903 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 89,371 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 89,371 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 88,045 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 87,636 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 86,812 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 86,572 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 86,572 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 85,623 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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A820 UGD is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A820 UGD, 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 A820 UGD registered?

A820 UGD is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 3 May 1984.

Is A820 UGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A820 UGD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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