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XMK 538

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,891 mi
Last recorded88,891 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMK 538
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 88,891 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 88,421 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 88,293 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 88,284 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 87,748 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 87,748 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 87,371 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Fail 5 Oct 2018 87,371 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Pass 2 Nov 2017 87,284 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 86,892 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 86,663 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 86,663 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 86,316 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 88,352 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 88,352 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 84,745 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 82,945 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 80,821 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 80,820 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 79,973 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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XMK 538 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XMK 538, 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 XMK 538?

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What year was XMK 538 registered?

XMK 538 is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 November 1983.

Is XMK 538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMK 538 shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMK 538 have outstanding finance?

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