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J75 CET

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Black Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

146,003 mi
Last recorded146,003 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ75 CET
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 146,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

exhaust system corroded

Fail 26 May 2012 145,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 May 2012 145,406 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2011 143,443 miles

covers fitted not allowing full inspection

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 29 May 2010 141,561 miles

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

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

excessive under sealant applied

Pass 18 May 2009 141,375 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 141,129 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 140,922 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 140,025 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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J75 CET is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Black with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J75 CET, 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 J75 CET registered?

J75 CET is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J75 CET safe to buy?

The MOT history for J75 CET shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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