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J228 ANT

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

122,122 mi
Last recorded122,122 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ228 ANT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 122,122 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Left to right (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 122,071 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Left to right (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jan 2025 122,071 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Left to right (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 121,898 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Left to right (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 121,852 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured Broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded left to right (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 121,605 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 121,367 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (across the rear axle left to right) (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 119,676 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 118,834 miles

Wiper linkage stiff

Fail 17 Dec 2019 118,834 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Wiper linkage stiff

Pass 14 Dec 2018 118,201 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 114,930 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 113,285 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 110,381 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 106,195 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 103,627 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 101,641 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2011 99,353 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 97,163 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 93,735 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 90,036 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 85,305 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 85,305 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 84,628 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 79,389 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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J228 ANT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 J228 ANT, 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 J228 ANT registered?

J228 ANT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 April 1992.

Is J228 ANT safe to buy?

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