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C20 JEP

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,783 mi
Last recorded65,783 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 JEP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 65,783 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 65,690 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 65,451 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 65,407 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 65,198 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 65,052 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 64,800 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 64,665 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 64,322 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 63,708 miles

both front wishbone bushes starting too perish around edges.

rear exhaust rubber mounting bushes perished.

Pass 18 Apr 2015 63,058 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 62,680 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 61,683 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 60,813 miles

slight bind on n/s/r brake

Pass 8 Apr 2011 60,067 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 58,923 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 58,923 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 58,225 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 58,225 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 57,346 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 56,988 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 56,144 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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C20 JEP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 75,629 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 C20 JEP, 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 38 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 C20 JEP registered?

C20 JEP is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is C20 JEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 JEP 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 C20 JEP have outstanding finance?

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