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A843 FDG

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

75,969 mi
Last recorded75,969 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA843 FDG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 75,969 miles

Offside Front outer sill corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2022 75,687 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front very slightly binding

corrosion to n/s/f floor

corrosion to o/s/f floor and jacking point

Fail 6 Dec 2021 75,681 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking from fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s/f floor corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2020 75,647 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 75,373 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 75,224 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 75,175 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 75,141 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 74,870 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 74,436 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 73,938 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 73,428 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 73,422 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2011 73,011 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 72,081 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 71,863 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 71,571 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 71,571 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 71,325 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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A843 FDG is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 A843 FDG, 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.

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What year was A843 FDG registered?

A843 FDG is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 10 October 1983.

Is A843 FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A843 FDG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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