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BNZ 48

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

153,788 mi
Last recorded153,788 miles
Recorded on10 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNZ 48
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 10 May 2026 153,788 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 153,785 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 153,124 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 152,108 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 152,091 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 151,933 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 151,872 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 150,875 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 150,552 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 150,272 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 149,853 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 149,386 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 149,102 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 148,871 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 148,710 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 148,007 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 147,987 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 147,973 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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BNZ 48 is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BNZ 48, 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 BNZ 48?

You can check the full history of BNZ 48 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BNZ 48 registered?

BNZ 48 is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is BNZ 48 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNZ 48 shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BNZ 48 have outstanding finance?

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