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J144 TNF

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

89,360 mi
Last recorded89,360 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ144 TNF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 89,360 miles

Central exhaust box corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 89,229 miles

Central exhaust silencer box corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 89,052 miles

Central exhaust box corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 89,052 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central exhaust box corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement spring carrier arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 88,467 miles

Central exhaust box corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2022 87,561 miles

Central exhaust box corroded

Pass 26 Feb 2021 86,784 miles

Central exhaust box corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2020 86,557 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 85,775 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 Feb 2018 84,964 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 84,114 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 82,552 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 81,861 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 79,853 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 79,088 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 76,962 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 75,246 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 73,816 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 73,048 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 72,349 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 72,349 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 71,541 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 70,409 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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J144 TNF is a 1992 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 91.3%.

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 J144 TNF, 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.

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What year was J144 TNF registered?

J144 TNF is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J144 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J144 TNF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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