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4330 LJ

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

139,671 mi
Last recorded139,671 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration4330 LJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 139,671 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 138,938 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 138,438 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 137,567 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 134,918 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 133,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 133,563 miles

Nearside Front play @ road wheel

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front play @ road wheel

Pass 1 Jun 2017 132,811 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 131,817 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust mount centre slightly deteriorated

Fail 11 Jul 2014 131,817 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust mount centre slightly deteriorated

Pass 19 Nov 2011 131,517 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 128,563 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 123,668 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 120,160 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 114,399 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 110,626 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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4330 LJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 87,309 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 4330 LJ, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 4330 LJ registered?

4330 LJ is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is 4330 LJ safe to buy?

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