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E969 YYJ

1987 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,828 mi
Last recorded55,828 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl83,827 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE969 YYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 55,828 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 55,820 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 55,814 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Feb 2017 55,814 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 55,798 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 55,787 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 55,781 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 55,737 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 55,706 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 55,345 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 53,966 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 52,689 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 51,653 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 50,128 miles

Nearside washer jet inoperative , Offside washer jet provides enough fluid to clear screen .

Pass 27 Sep 2006 49,159 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 49,123 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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E969 YYJ is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 83,827 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 E969 YYJ, 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 39 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E969 YYJ registered?

E969 YYJ is a 1987 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E969 YYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E969 YYJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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