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J292 MSJ

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,820 mi
Last recorded80,820 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2023
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ292 MSJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2023 80,820 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 80,732 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 80,675 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 80,384 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 80,154 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 80,072 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 79,944 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 79,419 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 79,306 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 78,966 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 78,931 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 78,936 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 78,468 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 78,625 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 77,115 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 76,508 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 76,508 miles

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

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

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

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

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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J292 MSJ is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 J292 MSJ, 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 J292 MSJ registered?

J292 MSJ is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is J292 MSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J292 MSJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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