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PGO 120Y

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,030 mi
Last recorded108,030 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGO 120Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 108,030 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 103,875 miles

Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 102,162 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 102,162 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 100,734 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 97,416 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 96,718 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 95,415 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 94,757 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 94,150 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 93,222 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 93,202 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 93,067 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 92,911 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 92,513 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 92,508 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 91,328 miles

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 90,019 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 90,019 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 89,600 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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PGO 120Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 PGO 120Y, 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 PGO 120Y?

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What year was PGO 120Y registered?

PGO 120Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is PGO 120Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGO 120Y shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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