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BAH 793X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,657 mi
Last recorded35,657 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAH 793X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 35,657 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Jun 2021 35,657 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 35,519 miles

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

headlamp switch stiff in operation

Pass 13 Oct 2017 35,515 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit and outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 35,469 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 35,434 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 35,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 35,377 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 35,281 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2012 35,117 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 35,093 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 35,000 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 34,885 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 34,782 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 34,109 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 33,877 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 33,769 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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BAH 793X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BAH 793X, 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

How do I check the history of BAH 793X?

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What year was BAH 793X registered?

BAH 793X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is BAH 793X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAH 793X shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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