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J587 MJK

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,557 mi
Last recorded40,557 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ587 MJK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 40,557 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 39,798 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 39,468 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 39,226 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 38,866 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 38,691 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 38,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2014 38,443 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2013 37,949 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 37,486 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2011 36,764 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 36,763 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 33,218 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 30,961 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 29,339 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 19 Oct 2006 12,516 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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J587 MJK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J587 MJK, 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 J587 MJK registered?

J587 MJK is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 19 August 1991.

Is J587 MJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J587 MJK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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