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A938 VOL

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,661 mi
Last recorded60,661 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2006
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA938 VOL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Oct 2006 60,661 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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A938 VOL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A938 VOL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A938 VOL?

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What year was A938 VOL registered?

A938 VOL is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 November 1983.

Is A938 VOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A938 VOL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A938 VOL have outstanding finance?

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