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ONP 181Y

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Brown Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

31,446 mi
Last recorded31,446 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONP 181Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 31,446 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 31,360 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 30,913 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 30,478 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 30,478 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep cracks cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep cracking cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure deep cuts cracks cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 29,895 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Sep 2019 29,895 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 29,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 28,220 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 27,311 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 26,811 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 26,811 miles

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 26,759 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 26,678 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 26,676 miles

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 26,567 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 26,548 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 26,506 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 26,506 miles

Centre Front Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 26,462 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 26,430 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 26,419 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2007 26,419 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 26,403 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 26,204 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 26,204 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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ONP 181Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Brown with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 ONP 181Y, 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 ONP 181Y?

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What year was ONP 181Y registered?

ONP 181Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is ONP 181Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONP 181Y shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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