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J243 WVN

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Yellow Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

158,315 mi
Last recorded158,315 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2024
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ243 WVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2024 158,315 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 157,957 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 156,042 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 154,753 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 154,658 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 154,287 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 150,704 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 144,894 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 144,873 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 144,584 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 22 Feb 2012 144,566 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

air bag light on

Pass 23 Sep 2009 143,743 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 142,496 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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J243 WVN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Yellow with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J243 WVN, 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 J243 WVN registered?

J243 WVN is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 9 January 1992.

Is J243 WVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J243 WVN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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