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ATJ 592J

1970 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2778cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,573 mi
Last recorded73,573 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl54,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationATJ 592J
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,778cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 73,573 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 73,993 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 73,171 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 72,857 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2023 72,855 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bumper mount to rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 72,682 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 72,605 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 72,550 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 72,277 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 70,835 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 70,835 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on both (8.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 70,653 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 69,494 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 69,289 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 69,232 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 69,232 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 69,083 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 69,076 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 68,041 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 68,041 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Advise neraside front brake binding

Advise slight play offside rear hub

Advise some brake caliper bolts no lock tabs

Pass 21 Apr 2011 68,041 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 68,037 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 67,944 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 67,442 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 67,160 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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ATJ 592J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,778cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 54,920 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 ATJ 592J, 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 56 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 ATJ 592J registered?

ATJ 592J is a 1970 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 25 September 1970.

Is ATJ 592J safe to buy?

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