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F786 JJN

1988 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

18,732 mi
Last recorded18,732 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl75,629 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF786 JJN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 18,732 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 18,719 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 18,668 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 18,615 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 18,605 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 18,575 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 18,569 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 18,544 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 18,544 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 18,480 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 18,476 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 18,470 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 18,459 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 18,432 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 18,413 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 18,380 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 18,375 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,335 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 18,144 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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F786 JJN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 F786 JJN, 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 F786 JJN?

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What year was F786 JJN registered?

F786 JJN is a 1988 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F786 JJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F786 JJN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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