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A834 LLM

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,566 mi
Last recorded155,566 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA834 LLM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 155,566 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 155,566 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 155,566 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 155,566 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 155,566 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 155,566 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump. (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 155,111 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 151,830 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 151,830 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 151,767 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 151,683 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 151,378 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 151,338 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 150,845 miles

nearside headlamp aim slightly high.

Fail 3 Jun 2005 150,845 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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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A834 LLM is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A834 LLM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A834 LLM registered?

A834 LLM is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A834 LLM safe to buy?

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