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A924 PJL

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

203,896 mi
Last recorded203,896 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA924 PJL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 203,896 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 203,690 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 203,397 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive At gearbox & rear axle area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge At nearside & offside front. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Aug 2021 203,367 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Body component likely to become detached wings (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body component likely to become detached iner wing (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced headlamp panel (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced headlamp panel (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear axle oil leak

car is badly corroded

gearbox leaking oil

this car heavely corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2020 202,977 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 202,977 miles

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 202,570 miles

oil leak from steering box

rear diff oil leak

slight leak from center exhaust

Pass 9 Aug 2018 201,511 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2018 201,466 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 200,615 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 200,614 miles

Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement all front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 199,588 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 199,588 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear and o/s/f (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bothg inner arches rear (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 198,770 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 198,770 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 197,739 miles

n/s/f subrame mount worn

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 196,422 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 195,553 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 194,022 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 192,856 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 192,856 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 May 2009 191,504 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 188,931 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 183,828 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 4 May 2006 177,976 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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A924 PJL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 A924 PJL, 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 A924 PJL registered?

A924 PJL is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 January 1984.

Is A924 PJL safe to buy?

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