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B1 EPG

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,545 mi
Last recorded59,545 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB1 EPG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2026 59,545 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 58,987 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 58,760 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 58,736 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 57,244 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 56,486 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 55,266 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 54,370 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 54,252 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 54,226 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 54,201 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 54,163 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 54,009 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 53,869 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 52,698 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 52,394 miles

Rear of exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Apr 2009 51,102 miles

Slight oil leak

Slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 2 May 2008 50,509 miles

Fuel pipes sligthly corroded

Misting of oil on steering damper

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2007 50,028 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 49,208 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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B1 EPG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 B1 EPG, 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 38 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 B1 EPG registered?

B1 EPG is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is B1 EPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B1 EPG shows 20 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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