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JNJ 132V

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

108,488 mi
Last recorded108,488 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNJ 132V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 108,488 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 16 Jul 2025 108,488 miles

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

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

Offside Front Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Offside Rear Fuel pipe union leaking to fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 108,187 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 107,913 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 107,523 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 106,878 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 106,458 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 106,139 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 105,933 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 105,706 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play idler (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 105,576 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 105,440 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 104,994 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 104,587 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 104,109 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 103,371 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 103,371 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 102,744 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 101,767 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 101,080 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 25 May 2007 101,077 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 100,419 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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JNJ 132V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 89,212 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 JNJ 132V, 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 46 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 JNJ 132V registered?

JNJ 132V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1980.

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The MOT history for JNJ 132V shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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