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J968 PBT

1992 Mercedes-benz Sl

Brown Petrol 2960cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,351 mi
Last recorded135,351 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl87,309 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ968 PBT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year1992
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,960cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 135,351 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 135,351 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 135,121 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 134,748 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 134,748 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2016 132,827 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)

front brake discs surface rust

rear exhaust back box corrosion

underbody surface corrosion

Fail 14 May 2013

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 May 2013

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 3 Dec 2012

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 132,663 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 132,482 miles
Pass 1 May 2009
Pass 26 Jul 2007 129,482 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 126,363 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 126,363 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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J968 PBT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl in Brown with a 2,960cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J968 PBT, 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 J968 PBT registered?

J968 PBT is a 1992 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 8 May 1992.

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