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J500 BBC

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

112,607 mi
Last recorded112,607 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 BBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 112,607 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 112,404 miles

Brake pad warning light is on but all pads in good condition

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

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 112,404 miles

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

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

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 112,404 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 112,404 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

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

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

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 112,404 miles

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

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 109,022 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 109,022 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 106,192 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 100,866 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 95,587 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 93,971 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 93,134 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 92,988 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 92,810 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 92,534 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 91,727 miles

Slight oil leak on steering box.

Pass 6 Jul 2010 88,440 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 88,440 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside rear tyre inner edge worn and slightly cracking.

Pass 30 Jun 2009 80,789 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 80,718 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 80,718 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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J500 BBC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J500 BBC, 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 J500 BBC registered?

J500 BBC is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J500 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 BBC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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