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JBW 734Y

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2023
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,655 mi
Last recorded91,655 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 734Y
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2022 91,655 miles

hazard warning system not working( pre 1986 model)

Fail 27 May 2022 91,655 miles

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

hazard warning system not working( pre 1986 model)

Pass 26 Apr 2021 91,211 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 90,840 miles

pre 1986 requirements but factory fitted hazards not working

Pass 6 May 2016 89,516 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 89,516 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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JBW 734Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 JBW 734Y, 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 JBW 734Y?

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What year was JBW 734Y registered?

JBW 734Y is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is JBW 734Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBW 734Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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