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MMG 5P

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Beige Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,376 mi
Last recorded71,376 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMG 5P
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2024 71,376 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 71,374 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 71,058 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 70,428 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 69,618 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

smearing wiper blades

Pass 28 Jul 2020 69,277 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 69,117 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 69,117 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering idler ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 69,104 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 69,096 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 69,066 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 69,032 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 68,973 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 68,842 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 68,619 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 68,525 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 68,400 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 68,377 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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MMG 5P is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Beige with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MMG 5P, 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

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What year was MMG 5P registered?

MMG 5P is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 November 1984.

Is MMG 5P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMG 5P shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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