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VEL 81X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 3839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,750 mi
Last recorded53,750 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEL 81X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,839cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 53,750 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 53,206 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 53,096 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 52,962 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 52,780 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 52,696 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 52,616 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 52,429 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 52,210 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 52,064 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 51,790 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 51,489 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 51,041 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 51,077 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 50,801 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 50,453 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 50,238 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 49,816 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 49,590 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 49,382 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 48,651 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2005 47,735 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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VEL 81X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 3,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VEL 81X, 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 VEL 81X?

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What year was VEL 81X registered?

VEL 81X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 22 March 1982.

Is VEL 81X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEL 81X shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VEL 81X have outstanding finance?

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