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8 RAJ

1990 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

33,670 mi
Last recorded33,670 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl88,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 RAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 33,670 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 33,522 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 33,241 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 32,658 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 31,755 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 31,601 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 30,914 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 30,642 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 29,835 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 29,835 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 29,136 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 28,513 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 28,307 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 27,915 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 27,701 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 27,546 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 27,379 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 27,197 miles

Battery insecure

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 27,197 miles

Battery insecure

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,159 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 26,491 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 26,150 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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8 RAJ is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 88,757 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 8 RAJ, 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 36 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 8 RAJ?

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What year was 8 RAJ registered?

8 RAJ is a 1990 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 May 1990.

Is 8 RAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8 RAJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 8 RAJ have outstanding finance?

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