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J281 REY

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

White Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

86,038 mi
Last recorded86,038 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ281 REY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 86,038 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

both rear and o/s/f brake pipes corroded.

front and rear suspension components are showing varying degrees of surface corrosion.

Pass 28 Oct 2024 84,858 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 83,700 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both rear coil springs corroded.

Pass 19 Oct 2022 82,607 miles

rear brake pipes corroded.

rear coil springs corroded.

Pass 28 Oct 2021 81,175 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 3 Nov 2020 79,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 77,958 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine & sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Feb 2018 75,599 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (3.6.B.4d)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

engine & sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Mar 2017 74,081 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 74,081 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 73,012 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 71,267 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 70,744 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 69,538 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 68,325 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 66,610 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 65,327 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2007 64,373 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 62,666 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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J281 REY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in White with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 J281 REY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J281 REY registered?

J281 REY is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J281 REY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J281 REY shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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