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B730 GRR

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

128,918 mi
Last recorded128,918 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB730 GRR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 128,918 miles

Front FRONT WIPERS SLIGHTLY SMEARING

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL FOUR FRONT SUB-FRAME BUSHES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front CORROSION TO BUMPER MOUNTING AREA

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing HEAVILY PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 128,523 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 128,160 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL FOUR SUB-FRAME BUSHES SLIGHTLY WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 128,124 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL FOUR FRONT SUB-FRAME BUSHES SLIGHTLY WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive SLIGHT ENGINE OIL LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 127,761 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 127,574 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 127,484 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 127,335 miles

Nearside Front Floor pan / sill has excessive corrosion causing a hole

Nearside Rear NSR inner wheel arch has excessive corrosion causing a hole

Offside Rear OSR inner wheel arch has excessive corrosion causing a hole

Pass 24 Aug 2016 127,205 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 126,799 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 126,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 126,667 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 126,454 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 126,137 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 125,717 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 124,934 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 124,241 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 123,166 miles

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

front flexy furrels corroded / under seal to under body and brake pipes / play to steering rack jionts /

Fail 12 Sep 2008 123,163 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

front flexy furrels corroded / under seal to under body and brake pipes / play to steering rack jionts /

Pass 21 Sep 2007 121,525 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2006 120,664 miles

coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 120,664 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 119,195 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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B730 GRR is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 B730 GRR, 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

How do I check the history of B730 GRR?

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What year was B730 GRR registered?

B730 GRR is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B730 GRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B730 GRR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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