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J236 LDS

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

110,903 mi
Last recorded110,903 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ236 LDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 110,903 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 110,629 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 110,221 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 109,517 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 108,168 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 105,473 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 101,566 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 97,691 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 94,485 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

both front brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 15 Jun 2013 92,030 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 90,841 miles

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 90,841 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 90,008 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 88,399 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

sill covers fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2008 86,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 84,852 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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J236 LDS is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J236 LDS, 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 J236 LDS registered?

J236 LDS is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 7 October 1991.

Is J236 LDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J236 LDS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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