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OKU 117X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,565 mi
Last recorded23,565 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKU 117X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 23,565 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 23,143 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 22,786 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 22,515 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 22,299 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 21,713 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 21,446 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 21,412 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 21,315 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 21,206 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2014 21,206 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 21,195 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 21,168 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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OKU 117X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 OKU 117X, 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

How do I check the history of OKU 117X?

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What year was OKU 117X registered?

OKU 117X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is OKU 117X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKU 117X shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OKU 117X have outstanding finance?

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