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KJC 19P

1976 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 3499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,395 mi
Last recorded13,395 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl87,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJC 19P
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 13,395 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside, offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside, offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside, offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 13,395 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside, offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside, offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside, offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 13,392 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 13,364 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 13,319 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 12,982 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2013 12,980 miles
Pass 17 May 2013
Pass 30 Sep 2009 9,387 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

head lights loose inside beam ok

old repairs to floor

washer intermittant

Pass 18 Jun 2008 1,740 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 1,160 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 1,109 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 1,105 miles

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

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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KJC 19P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 3,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,028 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 KJC 19P, 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 50 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KJC 19P registered?

KJC 19P is a 1976 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 21 May 1976.

Is KJC 19P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJC 19P shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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