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SES 421

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,375 mi
Last recorded97,375 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSES 421
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 97,375 miles

fuel cap seal perished

Pass 17 Oct 2023 96,978 miles

all four tyres perished and cracking

Pass 1 Feb 2022 96,938 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 96,938 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 96,630 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 95,620 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 95,168 miles

slight oil misting from engine

Pass 3 May 2017 94,356 miles

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

Nearside washer jet poor

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

oil leak

Pass 4 May 2016 93,202 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 93,020 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 91,680 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2012 90,545 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 87,903 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 87,903 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2009 85,303 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 83,190 miles

Rear fuel pipe looks slightly damp

Pass 30 Jun 2006 81,717 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 80,908 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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SES 421 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 93,251 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 SES 421, 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 43 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 SES 421?

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What year was SES 421 registered?

SES 421 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 May 1983.

Is SES 421 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SES 421 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SES 421 have outstanding finance?

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