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OUH 648X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

66,139 mi
Last recorded66,139 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUH 648X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 66,139 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

seat belt retracting mechs noisy

Pass 30 Nov 2022 66,082 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2022 66,077 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 64,842 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 64,667 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 63,446 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 63,446 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 63,424 miles

slight blow from from exhaust and system corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2013 62,437 miles

slight blow from exhaust system

corrosion front & rear coil springs

Pass 2 Jul 2012 62,370 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 62,064 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 62,041 miles

exhaust blowing around centre box

Pass 26 Mar 2009 60,404 miles

slight blow from exhaust

Pass 20 Mar 2008 60,028 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 59,472 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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OUH 648X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 OUH 648X, 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 OUH 648X?

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What year was OUH 648X registered?

OUH 648X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 14 May 1982.

Is OUH 648X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUH 648X shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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