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J96287

1991 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,255 mi
Last recorded28,255 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2010
Typical for 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl85,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ96287
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2010 28,255 miles

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

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

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

high level brake light not working

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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J96287 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J96287, 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 J96287 registered?

J96287 is a 1991 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 1 September 1991.

Is J96287 safe to buy?

The MOT history for J96287 shows 1 test 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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