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J104 LDO

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

109,234 mi
Last recorded109,234 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ104 LDO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 109,234 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 109,163 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 109,073 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 108,738 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 108,022 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 107,211 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 106,346 miles

exhaust corroded throughout

Pass 8 Jun 2016 105,960 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded multiple (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jun 2016 105,955 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded multiple (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 104,643 miles

Oil leak

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 13 May 2014 103,850 miles

Oil leak

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 28 May 2013 103,310 miles

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 102,536 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 102,333 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 102,141 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Plastic under tray fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2007 101,655 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 100,696 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 99,105 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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J104 LDO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 85,052 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 J104 LDO, 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 35 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 J104 LDO?

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What year was J104 LDO registered?

J104 LDO is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 18 October 1991.

Is J104 LDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J104 LDO 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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