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OEG 529

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

40,584 mi
Last recorded40,584 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEG 529
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 40,584 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 40,585 miles

oil leaks

Pass 28 Jun 2023 40,544 miles

oil,leaks

Pass 12 Jul 2022 40,512 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 40,492 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 40,415 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 40,337 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 40,176 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 39,636 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 39,636 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 39,309 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 39,056 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 38,875 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 38,300 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 37,972 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 37,972 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,302 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 36,568 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 35,107 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 34,645 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 75,795 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 34,285 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2006 33,727 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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OEG 529 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 OEG 529, 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 38 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 OEG 529 registered?

OEG 529 is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 August 1988.

Is OEG 529 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEG 529 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEG 529 have outstanding finance?

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