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F532 JNX

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

94,849 mi
Last recorded94,849 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF532 JNX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 94,849 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

nearside front fog light not working

Pass 26 Jun 2025 94,810 miles

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

nearside front fog light not working

Pass 8 Jul 2024 94,712 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 94,601 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 94,601 miles

Front Brake hose bulging under pressure both (1.1.12 (d))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 94,347 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 94,133 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 93,588 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 93,369 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 92,815 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 92,319 miles

exhaust corroded

Fail 26 May 2017 92,319 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust corroded

Pass 12 May 2016 91,354 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 29 May 2015 90,671 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system surface corrosion

Pass 31 Mar 2014 89,815 miles

offside handbrake performance low

sills very rusty and holed

Pass 4 Sep 2012 89,447 miles

oil leaks

power steering damp

sills and floor very rusty and weak

steering damper leaking oil

Pass 22 Sep 2011 89,135 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 5 Aug 2010 88,624 miles

offside front tyre low on tread

sills very rusty and weak

Pass 19 Aug 2009 88,145 miles

vehicle corroding within designated areas

Fail 19 Aug 2009 88,145 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

vehicle corroding within designated areas

Pass 8 Aug 2008 87,490 miles

front of outer sills rusting

oil weep from steering box

Pass 16 Aug 2007 87,169 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 86,064 miles

slight corrosion around jacking points

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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F532 JNX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 F532 JNX, 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

How do I check the history of F532 JNX?

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What year was F532 JNX registered?

F532 JNX is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 September 1988.

Is F532 JNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F532 JNX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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