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J263 JKN

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

99,999 mi
Last recorded99,999 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2026
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ263 JKN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2026 99,999 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2025 99,999 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2024 99,999 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2023 99,999 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2023 99,999 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2022 99,999 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2021 99,999 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2021 99,999 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2020 99,999 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 99,999 miles

Rear hand brake only just met limit

Pass 5 Feb 2016 99,999 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear center exhaust slight deteriorated

Fail 5 Feb 2016 99,999 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear center exhaust slight deteriorated

Pass 20 Sep 2014 99,999 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 999,999 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 99,999 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 99,998 miles

centre exhaust box has exhaust paste repair

Pass 5 Jun 2010 99,799 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 97,024 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 97,024 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 92,806 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 81,602 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 81,084 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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J263 JKN is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J263 JKN, 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 J263 JKN registered?

J263 JKN is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 August 1991.

Is J263 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J263 JKN shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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