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OOV 929X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

69,366 mi
Last recorded69,366 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOOV 929X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 69,366 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 69,102 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2020 69,021 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 68,831 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2018 68,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust corroded not blowing

Fail 15 May 2018 68,375 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust corroded not blowing

Pass 8 May 2017 67,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 May 2017 67,820 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump union (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 May 2016 66,944 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 May 2015 66,377 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 65,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2013 64,542 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2012 64,003 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 63,710 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2011 63,710 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 63,183 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 62,327 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 61,856 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 61,504 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 61,371 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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OOV 929X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OOV 929X, 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 OOV 929X?

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What year was OOV 929X registered?

OOV 929X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 28 April 1982.

Is OOV 929X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OOV 929X shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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