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A995 HPK

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

112,593 mi
Last recorded112,593 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA995 HPK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 112,593 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 111,442 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 110,038 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 109,646 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 109,641 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 109,237 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 108,979 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 107,915 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise fog light pull switch

Fail 31 Mar 2017 107,911 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise fog light pull switch

Pass 21 Sep 2015 106,331 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 104,898 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 103,425 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 103,411 miles

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 102,048 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 101,343 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

binding to both rear brakes

dampness to front shock absorbers

Fail 2 May 2008 101,343 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

binding to both rear brakes

dampness to front shock absorbers

Pass 8 May 2007 101,230 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 100,875 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 100,875 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

middie main exhaust box blowing

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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A995 HPK is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 A995 HPK, 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 A995 HPK?

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What year was A995 HPK registered?

A995 HPK is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A995 HPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A995 HPK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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