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IAZ 8097

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

102,728 mi
Last recorded102,728 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIAZ 8097
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 102,728 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 100,230 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 99,963 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 99,181 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 98,485 miles

exhaust system deteriorated.

Pass 9 Mar 2020 98,479 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s&n/s (1.1.11 (c))

rear exhaust system corroded and deteriorated

Pass 11 Mar 2019 98,039 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Feb 2019 98,033 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 96,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 95,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 95,821 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on the edges

Pass 28 May 2012 95,552 miles

exhaust system is slightly corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2011 94,990 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 94,752 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 93,690 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 90,787 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 88,974 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jan 2006 86,343 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

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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IAZ 8097 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 87,309 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 IAZ 8097, 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 34 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IAZ 8097?

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What year was IAZ 8097 registered?

IAZ 8097 is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 January 1992.

Is IAZ 8097 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IAZ 8097 shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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