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J242 DCD

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

68,904 mi
Last recorded68,904 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2021
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ242 DCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2021 68,904 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 68,874 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 68,852 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 68,730 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 68,587 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 67,754 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 66,711 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 66,073 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 65,516 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 64,100 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 64,069 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2008 63,130 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2008 62,038 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2007 59,714 miles

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 5 Jan 2006 57,933 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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J242 DCD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 J242 DCD, 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 J242 DCD registered?

J242 DCD is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 20 January 1992.

Is J242 DCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J242 DCD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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