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J127 DYP

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Green Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

15,649 mi
Last recorded15,649 miles
Recorded on25 May 2016
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ127 DYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2016 15,649 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2016 15,648 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 15,517 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 15,090 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 12,891 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 12,804 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 12,804 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 8,588 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 3,601 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 43 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 43 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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J127 DYP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Green with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,414 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J127 DYP, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J127 DYP registered?

J127 DYP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 15 January 1993.

Is J127 DYP safe to buy?

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