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J355 KAE

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

52,006 mi
Last recorded52,006 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ355 KAE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 52,006 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 52,004 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 51,826 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 51,688 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 51,673 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 51,673 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Fail 3 May 2013 51,291 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 3 May 2013 51,291 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 51,209 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

asr lihgt on

Pass 27 Jul 2012 51,209 miles

asr lihgt on

Pass 1 Aug 2011 50,878 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 50,224 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 49,231 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 47,911 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 45,163 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 44,199 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 42,441 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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J355 KAE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 J355 KAE, 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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How do I check the history of J355 KAE?

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What year was J355 KAE registered?

J355 KAE is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 23 August 1991.

Is J355 KAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J355 KAE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J355 KAE have outstanding finance?

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