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JEO 599X

1982 Mercedes-benz Sl

Gold Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

52,932 mi
Last recorded52,932 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2022
Typical for 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl89,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEO 599X
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2022 52,932 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 52,932 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 52,923 miles

corrosion all under vehicle

Fail 5 Jun 2019 52,922 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding 70 (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding 40 (1.2.1 (f))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Speedometer clearly inoperative same mileage as last 2 tests (7.8 (b) (ii))

corrosion all under vehicle

Pass 4 Jun 2018 52,922 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Jun 2016 52,922 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 52,843 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2014 51,935 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 49,825 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 48,889 miles

battery loose

Pass 21 Feb 2011 45,871 miles

center exhaust rubber 0 rings worn

Pass 15 Mar 2010 44,013 miles

foot brake has slightly long travel

Pass 19 Mar 2009 43,311 miles

both outer sills corroded

brakepipes covered

coil springs corroded

oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2007 43,291 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

all coil springs coroded

both rear axle bushes slightly split

oil leak

slight movement in both front front back rests

steering idlers have slight play

unable to check under vehicle properley due to excess underseal underneath vehicle

Pass 30 Sep 2006 42,945 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 42,515 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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JEO 599X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl in Gold with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 JEO 599X, 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

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What year was JEO 599X registered?

JEO 599X is a 1982 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is JEO 599X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEO 599X shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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