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J840 NJR

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Red Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,145 mi
Last recorded95,145 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2014
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ840 NJR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2014 95,145 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 95,084 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 94,640 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 93,614 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 91,372 miles

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

Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 89,489 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 87,691 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 83,776 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 80,596 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 77,879 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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J840 NJR is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Red with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J840 NJR, 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

How do I check the history of J840 NJR?

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What year was J840 NJR registered?

J840 NJR is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 13 March 1992.

Is J840 NJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J840 NJR shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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