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GS 5

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

23,635 mi
Last recorded23,635 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS 5
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 23,635 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 23,567 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 23,479 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 23,446 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 23,387 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 23,385 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 23,312 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,223 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 23,201 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 23,133 miles

Propshaft universal joint worn

front tyres perished and split

Pass 31 Oct 2017 23,132 miles

Propshaft universal joint worn

both front tyres perished and split

Pass 14 Oct 2016 23,015 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 22,869 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 22,853 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 22,825 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 22,803 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

engine oil leak

Fail 3 Oct 2012 22,803 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

engine oil leak

exhaust rear box deteriorated

Pass 5 Oct 2011 22,657 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 22,579 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 22,530 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 22,504 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 22,236 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 21,817 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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GS 5 is a 1984 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 91.3%.

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 GS 5, 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.

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What year was GS 5 registered?

GS 5 is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 6 September 1984.

Is GS 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS 5 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GS 5 have outstanding finance?

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