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KJL 988X

1981 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,315 mi
Last recorded98,315 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl94,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJL 988X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 98,315 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2021 97,505 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 96,961 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 96,545 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 96,185 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 96,123 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 96,096 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 94,494 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 93,602 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 91,982 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 89,355 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 89,355 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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KJL 988X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 94,168 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 KJL 988X, 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 45 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 KJL 988X registered?

KJL 988X is a 1981 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is KJL 988X safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJL 988X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KJL 988X have outstanding finance?

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