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J1 PFW

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

50,540 mi
Last recorded50,540 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 PFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 50,540 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 50,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 49,486 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 48,748 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 48,499 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front 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)

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

front and rear suspension / brake components (rusty) .

nearside and offside outer body sills not checked due to plastic covers .

Fail 5 May 2017 48,499 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

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

front and rear suspension / brake components (rusty) .

nearside and offside outer body sills not checked due to plastic covers .

Pass 20 Jul 2015 48,473 miles

Front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

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

Fail 15 Jul 2015 48,473 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front number plate damaged but not likely to be misread

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 48,450 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 48,450 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 48,299 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 47,670 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 47,445 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 47,253 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

play in both front hub bearings

Pass 2 Jun 2009 46,881 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 45,655 miles

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

front registration plate cracked

rear brake ferrules slightly corroded

vehicle battery defective

Pass 24 Jun 2005 45,340 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 PFW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 PFW, 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

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What year was J1 PFW registered?

J1 PFW is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 May 1992.

Is J1 PFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 PFW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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