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A864 TBW

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

32,428 mi
Last recorded32,428 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA864 TBW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 32,428 miles

General corrosion of exhaust system

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 32,428 miles

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

General corrosion of exhaust system

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 32,425 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 32,025 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

both outer sills slightly poor

Pass 9 Apr 2018 31,746 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 31,666 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 31,580 miles

oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2015 31,476 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 31,474 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2014 31,217 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 31,216 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2013 31,051 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 30,890 miles

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

Noise at offside rear suspension

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

Pass 22 Apr 2011 30,530 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 30,257 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 30,244 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

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

engine radiator in poor condition

n/s/r tyre has surface cracks across tread

o/s/r tyre has surface cracks across tread

small hole caused by corrosion measuring 2cm inside o/s/r wheel arch

Pass 21 Mar 2009 30,075 miles

n/s/r tyre has surface cracks across tread

o/s/ sill at rear corroded

o/s/r tyre has surface cracks across tread

Fail 14 Mar 2009 30,075 miles

Centre Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake pipes at rear corroded

fuel lines at filter corroded

n/s/r tyre has surface cracks across tread

o/s/ sill at rear corroded

o/s/f sun visor insecure

o/s/r tyre has surface cracks across tread

Pass 26 Mar 2008 29,392 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 28,695 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 97,518 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 97,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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A864 TBW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 A864 TBW, 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 A864 TBW registered?

A864 TBW is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 April 1984.

Is A864 TBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A864 TBW shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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