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J768 SRP

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

168,984 mi
Last recorded168,984 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ768 SRP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 168,984 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 166,435 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 163,080 miles

rear subframe bushes deteriorating

Pass 31 May 2018 158,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroding (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear subframe mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear subframe mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 158,085 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroding (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear subframe mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear subframe mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 157,938 miles

Offside Rear slight brake binding

Pass 30 Jul 2015 157,926 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 157,897 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 157,597 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 157,272 miles

exhaust deteriorating

Pass 25 Jul 2011 157,074 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 156,687 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 156,047 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

front metal brake pipes corroding and have been greased

rear brake hoses starting to perish

rear metal brake pipes corroding and heve been greased

wiper blade perishing but clears screen just enough

Pass 2 Jul 2008 155,279 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 154,738 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 149,920 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2006 149,855 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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J768 SRP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 J768 SRP, 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 J768 SRP registered?

J768 SRP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 24 March 1992.

Is J768 SRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J768 SRP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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