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J357 WOA

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

111,615 mi
Last recorded111,615 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2012
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ357 WOA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2012 111,615 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 111,225 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 110,935 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 109,570 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 109,570 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 108,699 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2007 108,699 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 107,596 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 101,421 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 101,421 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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J357 WOA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J357 WOA, 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

How do I check the history of J357 WOA?

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What year was J357 WOA registered?

J357 WOA is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J357 WOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J357 WOA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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