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TED 83

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

124,054 mi
Last recorded124,054 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTED 83
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2022 124,054 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 123,939 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 123,821 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 123,185 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2016 122,911 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 122,067 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 121,948 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 121,801 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 121,281 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 120,343 miles

OIL LEAK, INNER SILLS AT REAR CORRODED, N/S CHASSI CORRODED AT REAR.

Pass 16 Feb 2009 119,779 miles

Oil leak

front and rear sub frame mounts corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2008 119,503 miles

allbrake pipes corroded O/S N/S FRONT WIPERS SPLIT

Pass 7 Feb 2007 118,860 miles

REAR CHASSI RAILS CORRODED, REAR FLEXI COLLARS CORRODED, PLAY IN POWER STEARING, FRONT INNER WING CORRODED.

Pass 9 Feb 2006 118,589 miles

front brakes unbalenced o/s low

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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TED 83 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TED 83, 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 TED 83?

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What year was TED 83 registered?

TED 83 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 27 May 1983.

Is TED 83 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TED 83 shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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