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XUX 339Y

1983 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2019
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

113,058 mi
Last recorded113,058 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl93,251 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUX 339Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 113,058 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 108,096 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Dec 2017 108,096 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 102,400 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Dec 2015 96,222 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 93,141 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 91,912 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 91,909 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 86,660 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 86,660 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 84,254 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2011 80,474 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 80,186 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 74,313 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 68,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front suspension components corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2008 61,499 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 61,499 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 60,519 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 59,333 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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XUX 339Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XUX 339Y, 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.

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How do I check the history of XUX 339Y?

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What year was XUX 339Y registered?

XUX 339Y is a 1983 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 26 January 1983.

Is XUX 339Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUX 339Y shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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