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VRE 84X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Yellow Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,745 mi
Last recorded41,745 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRE 84X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 41,745 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2025 41,285 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 41,033 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 40,572 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 40,179 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 39,628 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 39,077 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 38,375 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 37,908 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 37,249 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 35,986 miles

Slight imbalance on front axle.

Pass 4 Aug 2015 34,133 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,672 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 31,456 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 30,760 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 29,606 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2010 28,644 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 27,072 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 25,643 miles

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,620 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake pads starting to wear

Pass 27 Mar 2006 24,450 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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VRE 84X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Yellow with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 VRE 84X, 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 VRE 84X?

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What year was VRE 84X registered?

VRE 84X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 2 June 1982.

Is VRE 84X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRE 84X shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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