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J1 HPL

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

39,412 mi
Last recorded39,412 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 HPL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 39,412 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 39,360 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 39,316 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 38,652 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 38,612 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 38,407 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 38,276 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 38,174 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 38,174 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 37,998 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 37,870 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,628 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear, at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear, at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 37,065 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 36,754 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 36,554 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2012 36,486 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 36,358 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 36,030 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 35,523 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 35,261 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 34,793 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 34,151 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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J1 HPL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 J1 HPL, 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 J1 HPL?

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What year was J1 HPL registered?

J1 HPL is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 April 1992.

Is J1 HPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 HPL shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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