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KFX 915V

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

121,908 mi
Last recorded121,908 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFX 915V
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 121,908 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 120,970 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 119,954 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 119,643 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 119,569 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 119,569 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 119,470 miles

coil spring corroded both front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 119,056 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 118,931 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 118,202 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front subframe lower bushes worn

play in steering idler

Fail 22 Feb 2013 118,202 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front subframe lower bushes worn

play in steering idler

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 17 Jul 2012 118,189 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 117,724 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 116,564 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 115,297 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 24 Jun 2009 115,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 113,379 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 111,548 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 106,086 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear exhaust secured with wires.

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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KFX 915V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 KFX 915V, 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

How do I check the history of KFX 915V?

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What year was KFX 915V registered?

KFX 915V is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is KFX 915V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFX 915V shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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