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NIW 8477

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

124,734 mi
Last recorded124,734 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIW 8477
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 124,734 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Both rubbers missing (6.1.2 (a))

Central Slight oil leak on gearbox

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 124,731 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective Both rubbers missing (6.1.2 (a))

Central Slight oil leak on gearbox

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 123,795 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 122,052 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 121,658 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 121,656 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Aug 2019 121,148 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 7 Aug 2019 121,147 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 119,846 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2018 119,840 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 118,756 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 118,755 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis behind shock absorber chalked (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Feb 2016 117,903 miles

Offside Front worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2015 116,285 miles

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

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2013 114,894 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 114,889 miles

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 114,330 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 113,519 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 112,508 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 111,293 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 110,162 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 107,725 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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NIW 8477 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 NIW 8477, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NIW 8477 registered?

NIW 8477 is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 November 1982.

Is NIW 8477 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIW 8477 shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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