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40 JA

1994 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 3199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,108 mi
Last recorded88,108 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl89,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration40 JA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2018 88,108 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 87,311 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 87,026 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 86,728 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 86,564 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 84,738 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 82,277 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jan 2008 79,862 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 75,626 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 71,902 miles

near side rear tyre cut on in side

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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40 JA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 3,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 89,214 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 40 JA, 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 32 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 40 JA registered?

40 JA is a 1994 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is 40 JA safe to buy?

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