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MRX 268X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 3818cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

79,941 mi
Last recorded79,941 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRX 268X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,818cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 79,941 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear silencer corroded

surface corrosion to both front chassis legs

Fail 1 Mar 2023 79,890 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Surface corrosion on 2 front chassis rails

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2021 79,854 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 79,851 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 79,993 miles

Nearside Front very slight bind nsf calliper

Pass 28 Sep 2017 79,666 miles

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 27 Aug 2016 79,526 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 79,506 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 79,393 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 Aug 2014 79,385 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 79,247 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 79,182 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 79,050 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 78,480 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 78,480 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 77,018 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 76,772 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 75,353 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 73,905 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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MRX 268X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 3,818cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 89,624 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 MRX 268X, 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 44 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 MRX 268X registered?

MRX 268X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 5 January 1982.

Is MRX 268X safe to buy?

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