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J945 GGP

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Purple Petrol 4973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,750 mi
Last recorded35,750 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ945 GGP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,973cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 35,750 miles

all brake discs rusty

all tyres have small cracks in sidewalls

power steering box damp

Fail 10 Sep 2020 35,750 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

all brake discs rusty

all tyres have small cracks in sidewalls

power steering box damp

Pass 26 Sep 2018 35,670 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 35,670 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 35,390 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 34,852 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 34,649 miles

part of centre stoplamp not working

Pass 6 Aug 2013 33,927 miles

part of centre stop lamp inopertaive

rear fog lamp switch slightly loose

Fail 15 Jul 2013 33,926 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

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

front suspension 'soft'

front tyres have fouled on inner wings

part of centre stop lamp inoperative

rear fog lamp switch slightly loose

Pass 9 Jul 2011 33,725 miles

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

bulb not working in tailgate stop lamp

o/s/f fog lamp not working

scuffing noticed on both front inner wheel arches(tyre contact) clearance exists during mot method of inspection

Fail 7 Jul 2011 33,703 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

bulb not working in tailgate stop lamp

o/s/f fog lamp not working

scuffing noticed on both front inner wheel arches(tyre contact) clearance exists during mot method of inspection

Pass 7 Jul 2010 33,224 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 32,571 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 31,874 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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J945 GGP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Purple with a 4,973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J945 GGP, 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 J945 GGP registered?

J945 GGP is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J945 GGP safe to buy?

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