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J696 UND

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Grey Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,063 mi
Last recorded22,063 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ696 UND
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2020 22,063 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 21,643 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 21,542 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 21,427 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 21,288 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 21,171 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,039 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 21,017 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 19,457 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 19,457 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 19,105 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 18,393 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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J696 UND is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Grey with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 J696 UND, 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 J696 UND?

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What year was J696 UND registered?

J696 UND is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 4 October 1991.

Is J696 UND safe to buy?

The MOT history for J696 UND shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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