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A318 JNX

1984 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

55,653 mi
Last recorded55,653 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl94,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA318 JNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 55,653 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 55,065 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 54,620 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 54,214 miles

oil residue on engine

Fail 29 Nov 2022 54,214 miles

Service brake excessively binding osf (1.2.1 (f))

oil residue on engine

Pass 28 Oct 2021 54,089 miles

oil residue on engine from previous repaired leak

Fail 28 Oct 2021 54,089 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

oil residue on engine from previous repaired leak

Pass 25 Nov 2020 53,795 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 53,354 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 52,751 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 52,237 miles

offside and nearside front tyres haver cracked outer walls

Pass 7 Sep 2016 51,731 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 51,311 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 50,880 miles

both front tyres have slight cracking

front and rear uspsension componants have general corrosion

offside rear tyre has cracks to outer wall

slight play to offside and nearside rear wheel berings

Fail 14 Sep 2013 50,291 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 50,291 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 49,626 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 49,029 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 47,757 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 45,913 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Pass 20 May 2008 45,372 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 May 2007 44,961 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2006 44,067 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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A318 JNX is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A318 JNX, 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 A318 JNX?

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What year was A318 JNX registered?

A318 JNX is a 1984 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A318 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A318 JNX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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