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A960 JVG

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

48,790 mi
Last recorded48,790 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA960 JVG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 48,790 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 47,986 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

all four front subframe rubber mounting have very slight play

Pass 22 Apr 2024 47,131 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2023 46,747 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 46,721 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 46,658 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 46,607 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 46,394 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 45,369 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 44,808 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jul 2017 44,800 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe to manifold joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2016 44,733 miles

Both front wheels difficult to turn when wheel free but not showing on rbt.

Pass 9 Jul 2015 44,574 miles

Offside wiper blade has small split on end.

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2014 44,484 miles

Offside wiper blade starting to split on end.

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2013 42,453 miles

offside wiper blade split

Pass 13 Jun 2012 42,278 miles

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

front prop shaft rubber coupling joint excessively worn

oil leaks from engine area

rear brake discs poor condition

Pass 9 May 2011 41,321 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2010 38,195 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 38,195 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 36,080 miles

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 15 Mar 2008 35,265 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 33,133 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 33,133 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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A960 JVG is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A960 JVG, 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

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What year was A960 JVG registered?

A960 JVG is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A960 JVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A960 JVG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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