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J674 NPR

1989 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 2962cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

69,069 mi
Last recorded69,069 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl79,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ674 NPR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,962cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 May 2015 69,069 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 May 2015 69,069 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 68,576 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 67,875 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 67,875 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 65,982 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 64,986 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 64,001 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 64,001 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 May 2006 63,055 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 23 May 2006 63,055 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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J674 NPR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 2,962cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 79,304 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 J674 NPR, 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 37 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 J674 NPR registered?

J674 NPR is a 1989 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is J674 NPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J674 NPR shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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