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DEM 38X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,404 mi
Last recorded125,404 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEM 38X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 125,404 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 124,143 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 124,219 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2005 123,452 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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DEM 38X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DEM 38X, 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 DEM 38X?

You can check the full history of DEM 38X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DEM 38X registered?

DEM 38X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 January 1982.

Is DEM 38X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEM 38X shows 4 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 DEM 38X have outstanding finance?

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