291CJA - MERCEDES-BENZ SL
MOT: ExemptGB
·Last updated 17 days ago
The Mercedes-Benz SL, often referred to simply as the SL, is a renowned luxury roadster that exemplifies German engineering excellence. Manufactured by Mercedes-Benz, a brand celebrated for its innovation and quality, the SL has a storied history dating back to its inception in the 1950s. The model has evolved through numerous generations, each featuring advanced technology and refined performance. Notably, the SL combines elegant design with powerful engines and sophisticated features, making it a standout in the luxury sports car segment. Its manufacturing process reflects Mercedes-Benz’s commitment to precision and craftsmanship, ensuring a vehicle that offers both exhilarating driving and enduring comfort.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 13 MOT tests
This Mercedes-Benz SL, registration 291CJA, was manufactured in 1978 and first registered in January 1978. It has a blue exterior and a 3.5-litre petrol engine. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a recorded mileage of 122,173 miles. It is exempt from MOT testing. The latest MOT was conducted on 12 September 2023, with the expiry date of 11 September 2024. Advisory notes include a damaged windscreen not affecting driver visibility, an oil leak, slight seepage in the power steering pipe, a deteriorated near-side front brake hose, and a minor exhaust gas leak. No dangerous issues were reported.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
13
Passed Tests
10
Failed Tests
3
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 12 September 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,173 mi
Expires: 11 September 2024
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Advisory Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Passed - 14 May 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,590 mi
Expires: 13 May 2019
Failed - 14 May 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,590 mi
Passed - 05 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,572 mi
Expires: 04 April 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory vehicle structure has corrosion on underside which cannot be seen
Failed - 06 January 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,572 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Major Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill holed (5.2.6)
- Major Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded holed (2.4.A.3)
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mounting point (2.4.A.3)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Major Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- Advisory underside of car as had some repairs and as been painted poss body filler as been used in places genaral corroision all over underside
Passed - 16 October 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,372 mi
Expires: 15 October 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Body has slight corrosion body sill (6.1.B.2)
Passed - 12 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,279 mi
Expires: 11 June 2014
Passed - 08 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,176 mi
Expires: 07 July 2011
Passed - 01 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,129 mi
Expires: 01 July 2010
Passed - 02 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,869 mi
Expires: 01 July 2009
Failed - 01 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,867 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Major Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
- Major Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Passed - 27 June 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 112,007 mi
Expires: 26 June 2008
Passed - 23 June 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 111,127 mi
Expires: 22 June 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 291CJA?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of 291CJA?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 September 2025.
What are the specifications of 291CJA?
This is a 1978 MERCEDES-BENZ SL in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 3498cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 291CJA?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.