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J246 HGH

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,399 mi
Last recorded70,399 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ246 HGH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 70,399 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 70,933 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 66,333 miles

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

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

park brake release lever cracked

Fail 17 Feb 2016 66,333 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

park brake release lever cracked

Pass 29 Oct 2014 57,718 miles

both rear tyres perishing/cracking.

Fail 1 May 2009 57,711 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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J246 HGH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J246 HGH, 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 J246 HGH registered?

J246 HGH is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J246 HGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J246 HGH shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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