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SAB 29F

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Beige Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,305 mi
Last recorded48,305 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAB 29F
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 48,305 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 46,356 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 46,356 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 46,217 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 46,088 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 45,939 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 45,938 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 44,917 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 44,794 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 44,794 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 44,118 miles

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge // o/s/r tyre getting low on tread

Pass 23 Jun 2014 43,802 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 43,267 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 43,098 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 42,795 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 42,350 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 41,904 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 41,904 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 41,415 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 41,394 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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SAB 29F is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Beige with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SAB 29F, 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 SAB 29F?

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What year was SAB 29F registered?

SAB 29F is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is SAB 29F safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAB 29F 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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