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NUI 15

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Cream Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

38,492 mi
Last recorded38,492 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUI 15
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 38,492 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 38,171 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 37,915 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 37,419 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 34,123 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 33,756 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 33,582 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 33,386 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 33,202 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 33,006 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 32,693 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 32,397 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 32,078 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 31,592 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 31,403 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 31,141 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight corrosion on offside front sill

Fail 6 Aug 2009 31,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight corrosion on offside front sill

Pass 15 Aug 2008 30,535 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 30,290 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 30,001 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 30,001 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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NUI 15 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Cream with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 93,251 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 NUI 15, 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 43 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 NUI 15?

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What year was NUI 15 registered?

NUI 15 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is NUI 15 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NUI 15 shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NUI 15 have outstanding finance?

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