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J837 CEV

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Blue Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,881 mi
Last recorded77,881 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ837 CEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 77,881 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both Sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 77,823 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

All metal brake pipes very light corrosion over outer side of pipes

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Oil pipes and os of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 76,663 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 76,594 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 75,680 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 73,844 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 72,813 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 72,699 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 72,563 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 72,393 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 72,393 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 69,509 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 68,973 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 65,708 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2009 62,309 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 59,697 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 56,290 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 50,990 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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J837 CEV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Blue with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J837 CEV, 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.

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What year was J837 CEV registered?

J837 CEV is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 16 March 1992.

Is J837 CEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J837 CEV shows 18 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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