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J175 JNP

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,662 mi
Last recorded97,662 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ175 JNP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 97,662 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 96,581 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 94,173 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 94,173 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 93,225 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 92,961 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 92,445 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 91,196 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 90,043 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 88,061 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2009 88,018 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 85,545 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 82,996 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2006 81,204 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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J175 JNP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J175 JNP, 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.

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What year was J175 JNP registered?

J175 JNP is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is J175 JNP safe to buy?

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