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J273 UND

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

154,644 mi
Last recorded154,644 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ273 UND
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 154,644 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 153,462 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 153,462 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2019 151,456 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 158,480 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 148,575 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 143,385 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 141,876 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 139,399 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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J273 UND is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 J273 UND, 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 J273 UND registered?

J273 UND is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 February 1992.

Is J273 UND safe to buy?

The MOT history for J273 UND shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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