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J2 FJP

1993 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

108,359 mi
Last recorded108,359 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2011
Typical for 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl86,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ2 FJP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2011 108,359 miles

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

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

center heat shield loose

Fail 21 Jan 2011 108,359 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

center heat shield loose

Pass 25 Sep 2009 108,116 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 1 Oct 2008 107,978 miles

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

center exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 1 Oct 2008 107,978 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

center exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 20 Sep 2007 105,733 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 105,733 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 103,368 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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J2 FJP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,414 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 J2 FJP, 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 33 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J2 FJP registered?

J2 FJP is a 1993 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 12 October 1993.

Is J2 FJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J2 FJP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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