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APR 88Y

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

110,434 mi
Last recorded110,434 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPR 88Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 110,434 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 110,382 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 110,328 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 110,188 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 110,025 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 109,921 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 109,750 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 109,590 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 108,927 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 108,873 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2011 108,670 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 108,487 miles

All tyres showing signs of ageing - side walls cracking

Centre exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorating

Front brake balance readings 400 / 325 indicating a possible brake fault

Fail 25 Aug 2010 108,487 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

All tyres showing signs of ageing - side walls cracking

Centre exhaust mounting rubbers deteriorating

Front brake balance readings 400 / 325 indicating a possible brake fault

Pass 15 May 2009 108,127 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 108,375 miles

head light aim poor, o/s and n/s

Fail 3 Apr 2008 106,371 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

major oil leak to off side of engine, advanced corrosion to off side and near side floor footwells,

Pass 11 Apr 2007 105,287 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 102,996 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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APR 88Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 89,624 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 APR 88Y, 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 44 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 APR 88Y registered?

APR 88Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 October 1982.

Is APR 88Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for APR 88Y 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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