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KJI 1101

1980 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

123,063 mi
Last recorded123,063 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl89,212 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJI 1101
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 123,063 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 122,774 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 121,779 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 121,738 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 121,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 15 Mar 2007 121,730 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

advancing corrosion

Pass 14 Oct 2005 121,698 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2005 121,698 miles

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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KJI 1101 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KJI 1101, 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 KJI 1101?

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What year was KJI 1101 registered?

KJI 1101 is a 1980 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is KJI 1101 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJI 1101 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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